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Acrocomia aculeata

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Palms and People in the Amazon

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A widespread palm ranging from Mexico to Argentina as well as parts of the Caribbean, this palm has a strong affinity with humans. People have increased the density of this palm by creating disturbed habitats and by discarding seeds near their dwellings. At least one indigenous group believes that groves of the palm were planted by their ancestors. The creamy, energy-rich fruits are relished as a snack.

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    Nigel Smith

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Smith, N. (2015). Acrocomia aculeata . In: Palms and People in the Amazon. Geobotany Studies. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-05509-1_2

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