Also known as the paradise nut, the sapucaia is common to Brazil, Venezuela and other countries in Northern South America.
Usually containing a lid, this woody capsule holds white, fleshy fruit and would oftentimes be used as a water vessel by people indigenous to the area, or for ornamental purposes.
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