Brazil showcases tropical fruits biribá and buriti

The tropical fruit biribá (Annona mucosa) is highlighted for its rapid growth, yellow skin that yields a white, creamy pulp with a flavor reminiscent of lemon pie. It thrives in warm, humid regions with deep, fertile, well‑drained soil, requires full sun, and must be harvested soon after the skin turns yellow to preserve its delicate texture.

The buriti (Mauritia flexuosa), a palm fruit native to Brazil’s Cerrado and other South‑American areas, produces orange‑coloured pulp praised for its buttery taste. It is rich in vitamins A, B, C, calcium, iron and protein, and its oil contains high levels of carotene. Buriti is used in fresh consumption, juices, desserts, liqueurs, wines and even cosmetic applications, playing a notable role in traditional diets and regional food culture.