Cacao

Cacao (Theobroma cacao)

From the Upper Amazon Basin

Best Growing Conditions:

• Prefers rich, loamy, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and partial
  shade. Sensitive to strong wind and full, direct sun when young.

Characteristics:

• Small tree that produces pods directly on the trunk and branches, containing
  seeds (cacao beans) used to make chocolate.
• Time to First Harvest: 3–5 years from seed or graft.
• Mature Height: Can grow up to 10–20 feet.

Base Factors to Consider:

• Cacao requires shade when young—ideal for planting under taller trees.
• Pods can be harvested several times per year once mature.
• Excellent crop for agroforestry, intercrop systems, and value-added production.

Price for a 1-foot, ready-to-transplant seedling.

Currently in stock.