Focus on the Jarina seed

The Jarina is a palm tree (Phytelephas Macrocarpa) endemic to South America, from Panama to Brazil, passing through Peru and Venezuela.

The seed is known as "vegetable ivory".

Jarina's Seed

After drying, the nuts become very resistant, allowing them to be cut and polished.

Some figures

20 years: the time it will take for the young tree to produce its first fruits;

02 years: time for the seeds to dry in the open air;

03 months: drying time in a suitable dryer;

20 kg: annual seed production for an adult tree;

3 to 9 cm: size of the seeds;

100 years: estimated lifespan of the palm tree.