Mauritia flexuosa (Morete Palm) (Seeds) communis Reduce watering frequency during the

Reduce watering frequency during the winter or cooler periods when growth slows

smooth trunk

The Mayotte form is admired for its robust trunk

narrow leaflets

Mauritia flexuosa (Morete Palm) (Seeds) communis Reduce watering frequency during theMauritia flexuosa Aguaje Palm Buriti Palm Moriche Palm Iconic tropical rainforest palm with edible, nutrient rich fruits About Mauritia flexuosa Mauritia flexuosa, commonly known as the Aguaje Palm, Buriti Palm, or Moriche Palm, is a significant and iconic palm species native to the tropical rainforests and swamps of the Amazon Basin in South America. This remarkable member of the Arecaceae family holds crucial ecological and economic importance