Family : Sapotaceae
Common names : Miracle Berry, Miracle Fruit, Sweet Berry.
Description : synsepalum dulcificum is an evergreen bush or tree growing to 18 ft. in its native habitat,
but rarely to 5 ft. otherwise.
The fruit : it is a small bright red, ellipsoid berry approximately 2 to 3 cm long and containing a single
seed.
Uses : The miracle fruit is a remarkable natural sweetener that is virtually unknown to much of the world.
After eating one miracle fruit, you will find that anything else that you eat (sour fruits & drinks) in the
next 2 hours will either be deliciously sweet or will have a taste that is noticeable enhanced. It is very
useful for diabetics.
Germination : acidic soil and is intolerant to alkaline conditions. Miracle fruit is a slow growing plant.
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