Sinuate chocolate tree
Theobroma sinuosum

Family: Malvaceae

What it is like

A large evergreen tree.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. It is an under-storey tree in the evergreen rainforest. It suits the hot, moist, lowland tropics. It suits areas with an annual average temperature between 20°-30° C and an average rainfall between 2,000-8,000 mm evenly distributed. It is best in rich soils and in light shade.

Countries/locations it is found in

Peru, South America

How it is used for food

The pulp of the fruit is eaten and also used for drinks.

Edible parts

Fruit, seeds

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from fresh seeds.

Its other names

Local names

Cacaoyer sinueux

Synonyms

Theobroma tessmannii Mildbr.;