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Elaeis guineensis

About

Elaeis guineensis is a species of palm commonly just called oil palm but also sometimes African oil palm or macaw-fat. The first Western person to describe it and bring back seeds was the French naturalist Michel Adanson.

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Family: Arecaceae

How to use it

The oil palm is primarily cultivated for its fruit, which is processed to produce palm oil. This oil is not only used in cooking but also in cosmetics and biofuels. Additionally, the palm tree can be used for ornamental purposes in landscaping due to its striking appearance.

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In the kitchen

The oil palm produces fruit that is used to extract palm oil, a common cooking oil around the world. This oil is favored for its high smoke point and versatility in various dishes. However, the fruit itself is not typically eaten by humans. Instead, it's the oil derived from the fruit that finds its way into kitchens.

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Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by: Seed

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Name: Elaeis guineensis
Slug: elaeis-guineensis
Kingdom: Plantae
Family: Arecaceae
Genus: Elaeis
Species: guineensis
Wikidata QID: Q165403
Propagule type: seed
Container suitable: No
Indoor suitable: No
OSSI pledged: No
Hazard level: 1
Data completeness: 43

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