The article highlights the Bosque de Pterocarpus, a 51-acre mangrove forest located within the Palmas del Mar urbanization in Humacao, Puerto Rico. The forest, also known as the Palmas del Mar Tropical Forest, is home to the majestic Pterocarpus officinalis tree, commonly referred to as the 'palo de pollo'.
The tree can grow up to 131 feet tall and has a diameter of up to 90 centimeters. The area was once drained for sugar cane farming and later for urban development, which altered the ecosystem's balance and nearly eliminated the Pterocarpus.
The forest is now a tranquil refuge, with a cemented path and a gazebo, where visitors can observe the trees, flowers, and birds. The article is part of the 'Coge Calle por la Isla' series, which showcases lesser-known tourist destinations in Puerto Rico.