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Theobroma nemorale

Family: Malvaceae


What it is like

A tree.

Also put in the family Byttneriaceae and the family Sterculiaceae.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows from sea level to 50 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Colombia, South America


How it is used for food

The seeds are processed to make chocolate.

Edible parts

Fruit aril, seeds


How it is grown


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