The Amazon region has a huge variety of fruits with unparalleled aromas and flavors, as well as high nutritional and economic potential.
The region offers around 300 species of edible tropical fruits, which can be enjoyed fresh, or transformed into delicious juices or ice creams with very exotic flavors.
Many species are unknown to a large share of the Brazilian population. Fruits are rich in vitamins, minerals and nutrients that contribute to the proper functioning of the body.
Very important food in the diet of northerners in Brazil. Açaí is rich in proteins, fibers and lipids, and is an excellent source of vitamins C, B1 and B2. It also has a good amount of phosphorus, iron and calcium.
The fruit of the Brazil nut tree is rich in selenium… It replenishes the amount of nutrients needed to fight cellular aging and helps the proper functioning of the thyroid and the preservation of brain cells.
Fruit of a tree related to the cacao tree. Widely used by the natives of the Amazon in sweet, sour and bittersweet cuisine, in addition to ice cream, juices and vitamins.
Its seed, with a flavor close to that of vanilla, is used in the treatment of rheumatism and ear pain. The tea from its bark has bronchodilating properties, fighting cough and strengthening the lungs.
A passion fruit native to the northeastern semiarid region. Extremely aromatic, it has a greenish rind and white pulp, with a marked acidic and sweet flavor. Its flower, beautiful and delicate, exudes an aroma that attracts bees.
One of the most curious fruits of the Amazon region. Composed of small green discs that come well organized inside a very long “pod”. Mari-Mari is a true natural mint with its own unitary packaging provided by nature.
Palm tree fruit often consumed after cooked in water and salt, in the form of flour or edible oil. It is also consumed in the form of jams and jellies.
Fruit rich in vitamin A, with an edible, yellowish oily pulp. It has a flavor close to that of apricot and is consumed in the form of ice cream, sweets, jams, or with wine made from its pulp.
Andiroba:
Indigenous tribes in the Amazon often use it in tea to relieve fevers and against intestinal worms. This tea can also be applied topically to ulcers, insect bites, and other skin problems.
Amora:
Blackberry is a medicinal plant with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It can be consumed fresh, in desserts or in juices, helping to treat diarrhea and inflammation of the vocal cords.
Aroeira:
Medicinal plant that can be used as a home remedy for the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, among other conditions.
Boldo:
Also known as pneumus boldus. Its tea is an excellent home remedy against digestive problems, malaise and liver problems such as hepatitis.
Cabacinha:
Traditionally known as buchinha-do-norte, the wilbrandia is significantly strong against nasal congestion, through the inhalation of its tea.
Carapanaúba:
Indicated for the treatment of fever, bronchitis, diabetes and liver and stomach pain.
Caju (Cashew Fruit):
Cashew tree bark has antidiabetic effects and its monounsaturated fats protect the heart and reduce the level of triglycerides, preventing coronary heart disease and diabetes.
Chichuá:
Medium height tree, widely used in folk medicine as an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, aphrodisiac and in the treatment of arthritis, impotence, rheumatism and skin tumors.
Miraruira Vine:
It helps to regulate and balance blood glucose levels.
Cipó Escada de Jabuti:
Also known as “monkey ladder vine”, it is considered to be astringent, antirheumatic and antisyphilitic.
Copaiba:
Its oil is used to relieve inflammation and help treat athlete’s foot, wounds, rashes, dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis, as well as healing minor scars.
Crajiru:
Anti-inflammatory, antitumor, antianemic, aphrodisiac and regulator of the digestive system, intestinal cramps, diarrhea and dysentery.
Eucalyptus:
Antiseptic for the respiratory tract, it has balsamic, anti-fever, expectorant and anticatarrhal properties. Effective in the treatment of bronchitis and laryngitis. Its oil is bactericidal and used in baths, inhalations and nebulizations.
Guarana:
Liana native to the Amazon. Its fruit contains a large amount of caffeine. Due to its stimulant properties, it is used in the making of syrups, power bars, powders and soft drinks.
Ipê Roxo (Purple Trumpet Tree):
Healing agent, it is normally indicated in kidney, bladder and urethral infections, ulcers and stomatitis. It has anti-allergic, anti-hemorrhagic, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and antibiotic action.
Jatoba:
Medicinal plant widely used by indigenous peoples, it can be applied in the treatment of gastrointestinal or respiratory problems.
Mulateiro:
The tree is widely known by the traditional populations of the Amazon region. A kind of tea is made from its bark, used to combat skin blemishes, wrinkles and facial aging.
Murure:
Indicated against rheumatism of syphilitic origin and in certain cases of leprosy. Its sap must be very diluted in teas of other plants of similar virtues. Its latex is depurative, antisyphilitic and stimulant of the nervous and muscular systems.
Pata de Vaca:
Brazilian tree with a thorny trunk that produces large, exotic flowers, usually white. Its plant is widely used to complement the drug treatment of diabetes.
Pau D’Arco (Yellow Trumpet Tree):
Also known as Ipê Amarelo, pau d’arco has antitumor, anti-inflammatory, immunostimulating, diuretic, antiviral, antioxidant and antibiotic action.
Pedra Hume:
Used in the treatment of diabetes, it is considered the “plant insulin”. Used in the form of tea by infusion or decoction.
Preciosa:
Very tall tree, common in the jungles of the Negro River. Its bark has a uniquely aromatic and spicy flavor, originating from an essential oil that is found in large quantities in it. The tea produced with its bark has a digestive and relaxing effect.
Quebra Pedra:
Medicinal plant widely used in the treatment of kidney stones. It has antispasmodic, anticancer, hypoglycemic, diuretic and antibacterial properties.
Açai Root:
Nourishing and mineralizing, it is indicated for the treatment of diarrhea, anemia, liver cirrhosis and worms.
Sacaca:
Plant from the Amazon region, it is used in the treatment of anemia, cholesterol, diabetes, diarrhea and stomach pains.
Sara-tudo:
Indicated for the treatment of diarrhea, hemorrhoids, colic and stomach pains.
Saracura Mira:
Energy drink used in the treatment of physical and sexual fatigue, insomnia, nervousness and lack of memory. It has antisyphilitic properties and successfully fights malaria and chest ailments.
Tamarind:
It has a significant level of Vitamins C, E, B Complex, Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium, Manganese and dietary fiber. It is also a potent anti-inflammatory agent. Unha de Gato (Cat-Claw-Ivy): Vine native to the Amazon rainforest. According to local healers, it has therapeutic properties, being used in the treatment of asthma, arthritis, diabetes and cancer.
Unha de Gato:
Climbing plant originating from the Amazon rainforest. According to local healers, it has therapeutic properties, being used to treat asthma, arthritis, diabetes and cancer.