Mauritia is a genus of fan palms which is native to northern South America and to the Island of Trinidad in the Caribbean. Only two species are currently accepted.
| Image | Fruit | Scientific name | Distribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mauritia flexuosa | widely distributed across northern South America as far south as Bolivia, extending north to Trinidad | ||
| Mauritia carana | Amazon regions of Brazil, Venezuela, Peru, and Colombia. |
