ATTALEA MARIPA - MARIPA. Synonym Maximiliana maripa, Attalea regia, Attalea venatorum, Cocus venatorum. Common name Maripa, Cucurite palm, Kokerit-palm, anaja, cocorite, American oil palm. Family Aracaceae (Palmae). Overview A solitary palm growing on the periphery of the white-sand savanna in Surinam. It grows up to 55' tall. The large inflorescence is interfoliar. The fruit is oblong avoid and cream-yellow of color and edible. Maripa is grown for its oil, and is currently being investigated for use in biodiesel production. Hardiness USDA zone 9B - 11. Propagation Seeds. Culture Full sun, sandy loam soil; needs high humidity. Plant in frost free locations. |
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