Carnaúba palm trees - It is the source of carnauba wax, which is harvested as a natural coating from the surface of the leaves of the tree.

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Copernicia prunifera or the carnaúba palm or carnaubeira palm is a species of palm tree native to northeastern Brazil (mainly the states of Ceará, Piauí, Maranhão, Rio Grande do Norte and Bahia). Known by many as 'tree of life' because of its many uses, the Carnaúba is also the symbol tree of Ceará. The initiative to use it as a symbol vies to promote its conservation and sustainable use. It is the source of carnauba wax, which is harvested as a natural coating from the surface of the leaves of the tree. The fruit and pith are eaten, the leaves are variously utilized and the wood is a construction material.

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Size: 5104px × 3272px
Location: Alcântara, Maranhão State, Brazil
Photo credit: © Lena Trindade / BrazilPhotos / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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