Oenocarpus distichus

Oenocarpus distichus is a species of palm, commonly occurring in the southeast of the Amazonia. It is distinguished from the turu palm by the appearance of its opposite leaves.

Uses

In Brazil, the palm has been used by indigenous people since ancient times. A thick wine is prepared with the kneaded mesocarp juice, highly appreciated locally. The pulp of the fruits contains 25% oil and produces a light yellow oil.