Awarra Palm, Tucum Palm

Astrocaryumvulgare

Family
Arecaceae (ar-ek-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Astrocaryum (ass-tro-KAR-ee-um)
Species
vulgare (vul-GAIR-ee)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
Spacing
15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m)
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Hardiness
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Palms
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
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Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
Seed Collecting
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
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