4 days ago · Chunga palms are not known to harbor harmful bacteria, but the TV show Pluribus did not stray too far from reality.

Dec 12, 2025 · Where was 'Pluribus' Episode 7 filmed? And are chunga palm trees real? Everything we know about 'Pluribus' filming Manousos' difficult Darién Gap excursion.

Dec 12, 2025 · What are those spiky trees in Pluribus – and are they real? When warned off crossing the gap by some local members of the collective, Manousos is told to watch out for “chunga palms”.

The Central American agouti (Dasyprocta punctata) plays an important role in the life cycle of the plant. [8] It is one of the most important food sources for this species of agouti. [9]

5 days ago · Manousos had a run-in with a chunga palm tree in Pluribus Episode 7 that had major repercussions.

5 days ago · Why the chunga palm is dangerous: sharp spines, deep injuries, hidden infections, and long-term medical risks in tropical rainforests.

2 days ago · Many viewers are wondering whether the Darién Gap is really as dangerous as shown in Pluribus Episode 7. While The Others made it clear to Manousos how risky it is to venture through …

5 days ago · What Is The Darién Gap in 'Pluribus' Episode 7: And Are Those Spiky Chunga Trees Real? Episode 7 of the blockbuster series 'Pluribus' dropped a bombshell on viewers this week, thrusting its …

Jul 22, 2025 · Long black spines — up to eight inches long — cover the Chunga to prevent animals from climbing and taking the fruit. Unfortunately for us, these spines are covered in all sorts of bacteria.

Pluribus Episode 7 saw Manousos (Carlos Manuel Vesga) embark on a long-distance journey that was quickly derailed by a rogue chunga palm tree. The sci-fi drama series, created by Breaking Bad's …