Euterpe precatoria (Huassai) - Image 2

Botanical names: Euterpe precatoria, Euterpe mollissima, Euterpe jatapuensis, Euterpe stenophylla, Euterpe langloisii, Euterpe petiolata, Euterpe subruminata, Euterpe confertiflora

Common names: Huassai, Chonta, Asai, Assai, Acai, Mountain Cabbage Palm

Family: Arecaceae / Palmae

Origin: Central America, Bolivia, Panama

Small tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterOrnamental foliageEdible plantPalm or palm-like plantEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Flood tolerant plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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