[4] The inner fruit shell, also called endocarp, is very tough to break and contains usually one single, dark brown, nut-like seed 1–2 cm (1⁄2–3⁄4 in) in diameter.

[5] The inside of the seed, also called endosperm, is a dry white filling that has a vaguely sweet taste like coconut when eaten.

[3] The species is found from southern Mexico and the Caribbean to Brazil, where it inhabits diverse environments such as the Cerrado savanna [6] and the Mata Atlântica rainforest.

These nuts, which are so hard as to be difficult to break with a heavy hammer, are crushed to a pulp by the powerful beak of this macaw.The macauba palm grows abundantly in both degraded and pristine areas and it adapts well to diverse ecosystems.

[10] Optimal cultivation management for Acrocomia aculeata involves a few key practices to ensure healthy growth and productivity.

[11][12] Regarding water management, macauba palms require well-distributed rainfall, but they can tolerate drought periods if provided with supplemental irrigation when needed.

[12] Although the nutritious mesocarp is well protected by the hard endocarp against insects an microorganisms,[17] macauba palms face significant threats from various pests and diseases, particularly in commercial plantations.

Pests like beetles, such as the false coconut cockroach (Coraliomela brunnea thoracica), cause damage to the apical leaves, stunting growth and potentially leading to plant death in severe infestations.

damages young plants by feeding on the apical meristem and roots, causing wilting and "dead heart" symptoms.

Other beetles, like the coconut weevil (Pachymerus nucleorum), attack the pulp of macauba fruits, making them unfit for commercial use.

[18] The pineapple mealybug (Dysmicoccus brevipes) significantly reduces plant height and crown diameter, threatening the survival and productivity of macauba palms.

Management strategies primarily focus on cultural controls, such as pruning and removal of affected plants, to mitigate these threats.

This suitability is enhanced by the relatively low moisture and acidity levels when harvested at the right stage, which improves the efficiency and yield of biodiesel conversion.

The pulp oil is rich in monounsaturated fats, primarily oleic acid, which contributes to heart health and reduces LDL cholesterol levels.