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The Quito Palm (Parajubaea cocoides) is a large palm tree native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, thriving in habitats ranging from full sun to partial shade. Quito Palm (Latin: Parajubaea cocoides) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Quito 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.
Quito Palm is a member native to CLM, ECU, and PER. The Quito Palm thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Quito Palm grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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