Barbados gooseberry (Pereskia aculeata)
Barbados gooseberry (Pereskia aculeata) is a tropical, vining cactus with edible fruit and leaves, often grown as a living fence or ornamental plant.
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Sunlight
High
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, sandy loam
Temperature
Moderate
Fertilizer
Low
Care Requirements
High
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Moderate
Allow soil to dry between waterings.
Well-drained, sandy loam
Moderate
Prefers warm temperatures, avoid frost.
Low
Feed sparingly during growing season.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
2-5 m
Spread
2-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCaryophyllales
- familyCactaceae
- genusPereskia
- speciesPereskia aculeata
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
None