A palmeira licuri (Syagrus coronata) sob a perspectiva biogeográfica e sua relevância socioeconômica no Semiárido

Abstract

The popularly known licuri, Syagrus coronata, is an endemic Brazilian palm tree, prevalent in the Caatinga and adapted to dry climates. Of relevant ecological importance, as it serves as shelter and food for several species. Its social importance lies in supporting several families, in addition to animal nutrition, strongly helping to form the cultural identity of the Semi-Arid region. From a geographical point of view, it is found in the north of Minas Gerais, central-eastern Bahia, south of Pernambuco, and also in the states of Sergipe and Alagoas. Despite the knowledge about this species, environmental factors involved in its biogeographic distribution are still poorly described. Thus, this work sought to describe, in the context of the Semiarid region, the biogeographical aspects related to licuri, exposing its socioeconomic relevance, its extractivism and production at a regional level, through bibliographical research. In this work it can be noted that the extraction and production of licuri appears significantly in the municipalities of Bahia, in cities such as Cansanção, Monte Santo and Euclides da Cunha, which biogeographically are located in the region of the Southern Sertaneja Depression. In smaller quantities, producers from Jacobina and Serrolândia are found in the Chapada Diamantina Complex. This evidence confirms the resilience of the licurizeiro in more arid areas, making clear its ability to adapt to both the soil and temperatures and precipitation rates. It is important to ensure the ecological maintenance of the plant, so that the culture and economic aspects provided by it are preserved.