Pajura Live Plant (Couepia bracteosa)

The evergreen fruit tree Couepia bracteosa reaches a height of 15 metres. It is a tree that may be found in the Amazon and is also known by the popular name pajurá. In rural South America, particularly in Brazil, its fruits are used as a source of sustenance. For domestic usage, the eatable fruit is collected from the wild. The fruit is oval-shaped, with a thin, sweet-tasting skin, and a thick, fragrant, oily flesh. It has a high oil content and can be eaten raw. The wood is utilised for exterior carpentry since it is sturdy and heavy. The tree may thrive in full sun or partial shade, but for best growth, needs a moist, well-drained soil.

Common Name: Pajura

Botanical Name: Couepia bracteosa

Bloom Time/Fruiting: 3 to 5 Years

Maintenance Required: Moderate