What is another word for American Oil Palm?
Pronunciation: [ɐmˈɛɹɪkən ˈɔ͡ɪl pˈɑːm] (IPA) 
The American Oil Palm, also known as the Elaeis oleifera, is a species of palm native to South and Central America. This oil palm plant produces a type of oil that is widely used in the food industry. Synonyms that are commonly used for the American Oil Palm include the tropical oil palm, West African oil palm, and palmiste. The oil extracted from this plant is often marketed as a sustainable alternative to the oil produced from the common oil palm, which has a negative impact on the environment due to deforestation and monoculture practices. As demand for sustainable oils increases, the American Oil Palm is gaining recognition as a valuable crop.
