Coca

Coca (Erythroxylum coca) is a shrub native to the Andean highlands of South America, including Bolivia, Brazil North, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. This plant thrives in full sun with moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It has a hardiness range of 10-12 and typically grows to a height of 1.5 meters. Known for its edible leaves, coca is also recognized for its cultural significance and traditional use in various rituals. One distinctive feature is the plant's ability to grow in diverse soil types while requiring consistent moisture; another notable characteristic is that both leaves and seeds are used as parts for cultivation.