Bertholletia — Excelsa

These trees are forest giants, typically reaching heights of 30–50 meters (up to 160 feet), with trunk diameters occasionally exceeding 2 meters.

Individuals are remarkably long-lived; some are estimated to be between 500 and 1,000 years old . bertholletia excelsa

Species Report: Bertholletia excelsa (Brazil Nut) Bertholletia excelsa , commonly known as the , is a majestic and ecologically vital species native to the Amazon rainforest. It is the sole species in the genus Bertholletia and belongs to the family Lecythidaceae. Often referred to in Brazil as castanheira-do-Pará , it is one of the largest and longest-lived trees in the Amazon basin. Botanical Description These trees are forest giants, typically reaching heights