Last Updated: 5 September 2022
Figure 1. Serenoa repens (or Saw Palmetto plant) and berries.
Serenoa repens is the scientific name for the Saw Palmetto plant. Serenoa repens is the sole species currently classified in the genus Serenoa. It is a small palm tree that is endemic to the subtropical and tropical Southeastern United States. It grows in clumps or dense thickets in sandy coastal areas, and as undergrowth in pine woods or hardwood hammocks.
For nutritional values, refer to the Codex entry for Saw Palmetto.
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* Please be advised: always seek medical consultation if you require medical help or attention. The contents of this Codex are for educational purposes and are not intended to offer personal medical advice.
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