Aguaje

Mauritia flexuosa

Amazonian Fruit • Beta-Carotene-Rich • Phytoestrogenic Compounds

Known as the “tree of life,” the aguaje palm has sustained Amazonian communities for centuries and remains one of the rainforest’s most remarkable native species.

Origen

Native to the South American Amazon, aguaje thrives in tropical wetlands and flooded forests known as aguajales, where towering moriche palms form an important part of the rainforest ecosystem.

Usos tradicionales

For centuries, Amazonian communities have valued aguaje as both a nourishing food and a traditional remedy. Its fruit was eaten fresh or prepared in beverages, desserts, and other local preparations.

Tipo botánico

Aguaje is the fruit of the towering moriche palm, an evergreen species that can reach 40 meters in height and produces distinctive scaly fruits with vibrant orange flesh.

Historia y tradición

Known as the “tree of life,” the moriche palm has long provided Amazonian communities with food and useful materials. Although deeply rooted in South American traditions, aguaje only recently began gaining wider recognition beyond its native region.

Nutrientes y compuestos

Aguaje is exceptionally rich in beta-carotene, a precursor to vitamin A, and also provides vitamin E, fiber, healthy fatty acids, carotenoids, phytoestrogens, and other naturally occurring plant compounds.

Versatilidad culinaria

Aguaje is widely enjoyed fresh throughout the Amazon, where the fruit is used in juices, ice cream, and popsicles. Beyond its native region, aguaje is most commonly available as a powder, offering a convenient way to enjoy its remarkable nutritional profile.

Productos de Aguaje HerbaZest

Aguaje en Polvo

De calidad premium y rico en nutrientes: También conocido como buriti o moriche, el aguaje en polvo promueve la vitalidad y el bienestar general gracias a sus numerosos compuestos beneficiosos.
Puro polvo de aguaje: Silvestre, libre de gluten, vegano y sin GMO.
Cultivado en su lugar de origen: La selva amazónica peruana.
Versátil y fácil de usar: Es un excelente complemento nutricional para batidos y jugos, refrigerios y postres, yogures y avena, helados, paletas heladas y ¡Mucho más!

Tamaño

1LB

10oz

$27.99