Acai

The acai palm (Euterpe oleracea) is a tall and elegant clumping palm from the Amazon rainforest, famous for its nutrient-rich purple fruit. Each clump can send up many slender stems, creating a dense and tropical look. The berries grow in long drooping clusters and are widely enjoyed worldwide for their use in smoothies, bowls, and health foods. It is a striking palm that provides both an ornamental feature and a productive harvest in the right conditions.

Features

Ideal prune height: 8–12 m

pH range: 5.0–6.5

Sun preference: Full sun to part shade

Minimum pot size year 5: 75 L

Time to fruit: 5–8 years from seed

Harvest period: Mainly summer to autumn, but can vary in warm climates

Notable traits: Produces antioxidant-rich purple fruit, clumping palm habit, lush tropical appearance

The acai palm thrives in warm, humid environments with regular rainfall. It prefers fertile, well-draining soils and benefits from organic matter and steady watering. It is sensitive to frost and grows best in sheltered microclimates or tropical to subtropical regions. In pots it requires rich soil, steady feeding, and plenty of water to maintain health.

This palm is an ideal choice for those seeking both beauty and productivity. It creates a lush tropical feel while providing fruit with high international demand. A rewarding plant for warm gardens and collectors alike.

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