Bacupari facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bacupari |
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Garcinia
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gardneriana
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The bacupari (scientific name: Garcinia gardneriana) is a special type of tree. It is an evergreen tree, which means it keeps its green leaves all year long, even in winter! This tree is found in South America, especially in the huge Amazon Basin.
The bacupari tree is famous for its tasty fruit. Inside the fruit, there's a soft, edible part called an aril. People love to eat this fruit fresh or use it in drinks and desserts.
What is Bacupari?
Bacupari is a plant that belongs to the Garcinia family. This family includes many other fruit trees, like the mangosteen. Bacupari trees are also dioecious. This means that some trees have only male flowers, and other trees have only female flowers. Both male and female trees are needed for the fruit to grow.
Where Does Bacupari Grow?
Bacupari trees grow naturally in the warm, wet areas of South America. They are very common in the Amazon Basin, which is a huge area covered by the Amazon rainforest. This region includes parts of countries like Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and Bolivia. The climate there is perfect for these trees to thrive.
The Bacupari Fruit
The fruit of the bacupari tree is usually round or oval-shaped. It has a tough, yellowish-orange skin when it's ripe. Inside, you'll find the juicy, sweet, and slightly sour aril. The aril is the fleshy part around the seeds, similar to what you find in a lychee or rambutan. People enjoy eating the fruit fresh, making juices, jams, or even ice cream with it. It's a popular local treat in the Amazon region.
Images for kids
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A ripe bacupari fruit, showing its yellow skin.
