Bahia piassaba palm
Attalea funifera Mart.
Attalea funifera, known as the Bahia piassava palm, is a palm species native to eastern Brazil. It is a significant source of piassava fiber, which is used in the production of brooms and brushes.
Description
Attalea funifera, a member of the Arecaceae family, is found in the northeastern region of Brazil. The palm is valued for its fiber, which is harvested and utilized in various cleaning tools. The species was first described in 1826 by Mart.
Other common names
Piassava PalmBahia piassaba palm
Distribution
BR · Global · Brazil Northeast
Synonyms
Lithocarpos cocciformisAttalea acaulisSarinia funifera
