Piassaba
Leopoldinia piassaba
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Basic Information
Family: Arecaceae
Genus: leopoldinia
Plant ID (slug): leopoldinia-piassaba
Numeric ID: 21884
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Leopoldinia piassaba is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 8 m (26ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist or wet soil.
Distribution
Northern S. America - northern Brazil, Venezuela, Colombia.
Habitats
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Fruit Edible Uses: Drink The mesocarp of the fruits is eaten raw or made into a refreshing beverage[317 , 424 ]. The thin flesh of the fruit, agitated with water, makes a popular local drink.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Leopoldinia piassaba Piassaba