Açaí palm facts for kids
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The Açaí palm (also known as Assai palm) is a type of palm tree. There are seven different kinds of Açaí palms. These trees grow naturally in Central America and South America.
The Açaí palm produces a black-purple fruit. This fruit is about the size of a grape. It is called a euterpe. Inside the fruit, there is a very large seed. The fruits grow in big bunches, with 700 to 900 fruits in each bunch!
About the Açaí Palm
What is the Açaí Palm?
The Açaí palm is a tall, slender tree. It is famous for its special fruit. These palms are an important part of the rainforests where they grow. They provide food and resources for many people and animals.
Uses of the Açaí Palm
People use Açaí palms for two main things:
- Heart of Palm: A salad ingredient called palmito (or heart of palm) can be made from the leaves. To get the palmito, the tree needs to be cut down.
- Healthy Fruit Juice: The Açaí fruit can be made into a delicious fruit juice. Many people believe this juice is very healthy and full of good things for your body.
Images for kids
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Açaí palm with fruit
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An açaí bowl with fruit and granola
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Street vendor of açaí, next to Ver-o-Peso market in Belém
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Açai oil
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A grove of açaí palms in Brazil
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An açaí harvest
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Japanese açaí candy
See also
In Spanish: Azaí para niños
