Fauna
Plant

Açaí Palm

Euterpe oleracea

Also known as Assai Palm, Cabbage Palm

Multi-stemmed clusters of slender trunks emerge from wet tropical river margins and tidal swamps across the Amazon basin. Pendant clusters of small round drupes ripen from green to deep purple, providing critical nourishment for local frugivorous birds, mammals, and fish during seasonal inundations. Beyond its prominent ecological role, dense stands stabilize vulnerable riverbanks against tidal erosion.

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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Key facts
Diet & preyAutotrophic (photosynthesis)
Predators
  • Toco Toucan
  • Capuchin Monkey
  • Pariuche
ThreatsAgricultural runoff, wetland drainage, and excessive commercial harvesting
HabitatsTidal floodplains, swamp forests, and riparian corridors
Life span50–100 years
Classification
  1. FamilyArecaceae
  2. SpeciesEuterpe oleracea
Range & activity
Range data is not available yet.
Safe observation
Interaction riskLow
  1. Low
  2. Moderate
  3. High
  4. Very high
Why interaction risk is low
Wild berries have toxic look-alikes; never eat based on app identification alone.
Responsible observation
  • Observation Timing: Scan riparian forest edges by boat along tidal estuaries for the distinctive clumped trunks.
  • Wildlife Watching: Look into the crown during fruiting periods to spot feeding parrots and toucans.
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