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The Jelly Palm (Butia capitata) is a tree native to the northeastern and southeastern regions of Brazil, as well as parts of Paraguay and Uruguay. Jelly Palm (Latin: Butia capitata, family Arecaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Jelly 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.
Jelly Palm is a member of the Arecaceae family native to BZE, BZL, BZC, and UY. The Jelly Palm (Butia capitata) thrives in full to partial sun, requiring moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Jelly Palm grows best in USDA zone 9-11, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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