The Acerola cherry tree (Malpighia emarginata) is the source of the tropical fruit known as Acerola. You might hear this fruit called wild crepe myrtle, Barbados cherry, or West Indian cherry. Acerola cherries are little, brightly colored, and sour. It is a common component in many nutritious drinks, pills, and powders due to its high vitamin C content.
Acerola cherries are rich in vitamin C, but they also include other nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin B complex, and a number of minerals. The fruit's nutritional richness and its antioxidant capabilities make it highly prized.
Jams, jellies, and drinks are just a few of the many culinary uses for acerola. Its possible health advantages have also contributed to its meteoric rise in the health food and wellness market.