Copernica prunifera

Uses

Brazil (northeastern): roots eaten. Starch is extracted from the fans of the young palm, before the trunk is formed.

Additional Information

Name Authority:

(Mill.) H.E. Moore.

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 Plant Classification Group:

• Palmae or Arecaceae

 Plant Locations:

• South America
  • Brazil

 Plant References:

• DE CASTRO 1980

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