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Theobroma glaucum, known as the Brazilian cocoa or wild cacao tree, is native to the tropical regions of Brazil North, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Theobroma glaucum (Latin: Theobroma glaucum, family Malvaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Theobroma glaucum is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Theobroma glaucum is a member of the Malvaceae family native to BZN, CLM, ECU, and PER. Theobroma glaucum thrives in partial sun to shade and prefers moist, medium to heavy (clay) soil.
Theobroma glaucum grows best in USDA zone 10-12, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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