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The Tucuma Awarra palm (Astrocaryum vulgare) is a large, light-loving tree native to the tropical regions of Brazil and neighboring countries like French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname. Tucuma Awarra palm (Latin: Astrocaryum vulgare) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Tucuma Awarra palm is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Tucuma Awarra palm is a member native to BZN, BZE, BZC, FRG, GUY, and SUR. The Tucuma Awarra palm thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Tucuma Awarra palm grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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