Miracle Fruit (Synsepalum dulcificum) Description: Miracle fruit is a small, red berry native to West Africa. It contains a glycoprotein called miraculin, which temporarily alters taste perception, making sour foods taste sweet. The plant thrives in warm, humid climates and produces oval-shaped berries that are about 2-3 cm long. It is often used for taste-modification experiences, culinary innovation, and potential medical applications. Hashtags: #MiracleFruit #TasteChangingBerry #SweetEffect #

2.3K views · 284 reactions | Synsepalum dulcificum, also known as the Miracle fruit, has a fruit that can grow up to the size of a basketball. | Cecilia Abellera Paulson | Facebook

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TASTE TEST: This so-called 'miracle berry' makes sour food taste sweet 🤯 Synsepalum dulcificum, native to West Africa, is known for temporarily altering the taste of acidic food, even sourest of lemons. It's down to the glycoprotein miraculin which activates the sweetness receptors in our taste buds when it is in low pH conditions. Glasshouse Horticulturists Audrey and Mia put it to the test 💪 Please do not try this at home with berries you find outside. | Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh