I am a tropical shrub producing miracle berries.

Native to West Africa; cultivated in tropical regions worldwide.

Irrigate weekly; prefer moist, well-drained soil.

Requires partial shade to full sun.

Thrives in 20–30°C; sensitive to frost.

Plant in acidic sandy-loam soil; spacing 2–3 meters apart.

Apply compost and organic fertilizer; avoid alkaline soil.

Botanical name: Synsepalum dulcificum; Family: Sapotaceae.

Fruits are safe; seeds not edible.

Moderate; leafy shrub reduces dust.

Contains miraculin, which binds to taste buds and temporarily alters sour perception to sweet.

Susceptible to root rot and leaf spot; prune for airflow and monitor regularly.

Can live 10–15 years; starts fruiting in 2–3 years; peak yield from year 5 onward.