Cocoa Beans

Cocoa beans are the almond-shaped seeds of the cacao tree (Theobroma cacao) fruit, also called a pod. They are a key ingredient in chocolate production, and are also used in other culinary ways, such as in salad dressings, ice cream toppings, and thickening sauces

The tree is best known for producing cacao beans, which are the key ingredient in chocolate. In this description, we will discuss how to plant and care for cacao trees, and some of the benefits they can provide.

An interesting fact cacao trees can be found growing in a variety of habitats, from rainforests to plantations, cacao also has a unique pollination system, which involves tiny flies called midges that are attracted to the tree’s flowers, making the midges an essential part of the cacao production process.