Pará, Almeirim
Açaí (Euterpe oleracea Mart.) Botanical Family: Arecaceae
Characteristics: A medium to large Amazonian palm tree, reaching about 20 meters in height. It produces clusters with numerous fruits that turn dark purple when ripe.
Habit: Primarily associated with humid environments, especially floodplains and areas near watercourses. It can occupy the understory and sub-canopy.
Main Uses: Its fruits are used in the production of pulp, beverages, ice creams, and various other foods. It is one of the most important non-timber forest products of the Amazon, with significant economic and cultural relevance.
Did you know? Açaí connects forest, traditional knowledge, and economy, being one of the most prominent products of Amazonian sociobiodiversity. Explore the trails that pass through this attraction Location of the Attraction
