
Açaí Palm, Para Dwarf (Euterpe oleracea)
Regular price $21.95The Açaí Palm is a tall, slender fruit palm tree native to Brazil, Trinidad, and other parts of northern South America. They are cultivated for heart of palm but most popularly known for their small, round, black to purple fruit; the superfood açaí berry.
Açaí fruit (pronounced ah-sigh-ee) has roughly the same size and appearance as a grape. It is rich in antioxidants such as anthocyanin and anti-inflammatory polyphenolic compounds. Fruit can be eaten raw or processed into juice, smoothies, or the popular acai bowl. One tree can produce thousands of berries in a season.
Plant Type
Tropical Fruit Tree, Palm
Harvest Season
Year-Round
Starts producing year 3-5 or when the plant is 8-10 ft. tall.
Soil & Moisture
Well-draining, acid rich, warm, organic soil. Regular watering and humidity.
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Self-Fertile
Yes
Growth Rate
Fast
Zone Hardiness
Outdoors 9-11 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Propagation