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Pequi
Caryocar coriaceum
A souari nut relative bearing large, 3-4", green skinned fruits containing large edible seeds. The pulp can be eaten fresh and has a mildly sweet flavor.
Seed Availability
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Description
A semi-deciduous tree growing to 20-40 feet. Fruits ripen in its native environment from November to December.
Hardiness
Unknown, but likely not frost hardy.
Growing Environment
Unknown.
Propagation
By seeds.
Uses
The pulp is edible when raw, but is commonly cooked. The seeds (nuts) are edible as well.
Native Range
Native to portions of central and eastern Brazil.
Related Species
Caryocaraceae | |||
Caryocar brasiliense Souari Nut |
Caryocar coriaceum Pequi |