acai
The açai berry is one of Central and South America’s most common and well known fruit. The fruit is most sought after for its pulp, believed to not only have health benefits but healing powers in local lore.
harvesting season
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November | X | ||
December | X |
growing regions
Central and South America; most common in Brazilian swamps and floodplains