The genus Euterpe is also known as the peach palm or the Guilielma species. It belongs to the Arecaceae family and is mostly found in Central and South America. The peach palm is a dioecious tree, meaning it has separate male and female flowers. The fruits of the Euterpe genus are edible and have a unique, peach-like flavor. In Brazil, the peach palm fruit is known as "açaí," and it comes with many health benefits. Peach palm is commonly used in food preparations and also boasts several cultural and medicinal uses. The genus Euterpe also includes other species such as E. edulis, E. oleracea, and E. precatoria.