Theobroma
Botanical name: Theobroma
Theobroma
Botanical name: Theobroma
Description
Species of Theobroma
Cocoa tree
Cocoa tree (Theobroma cacao) is the plant used to make chocolate. Its seeds, called cocoa beans, are processed into all kinds of chocolate products. The plant is native to tropical parts of the Americas and has been introduced as a cash crop around the world. Part of its scientific name comes from Greek and means "food of the gods."
Theobroma
A popular tropical fruit tree found in Brazil, the flesh of the theobroma fruit is edible and the flesh is commonly consumed plain or made into ice cream or jam. The seeds are used to make cacao butter and powder. The wood of the tree is also harvested for making cabinets and the internal structure of walls.
Cupui
The Theobroma genus derives its name from the Greek theos (God) and broma (food), which translates to "food of the gods." Some species serve as the source of cacao that is used in making chocolate, while others are exploited in the production of jute fiber. Cupui grow in tropical environments.
Scientific Classification
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