Theobroma cacao

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The map represents observations of this taxon, but it may not be used as a distribution map.

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The map represents observations of this taxon, but it may not be used as a distribution map.

Origin and general distribution

Cacao originates in the equatorial slopes of the Andes (the upperAmazon) in Peru and Equador, South America. It is cultivated pantropically, between 20°N and S, especially in West Africa.

Source: Pinkka e-learning: Tropical Plants of Economic Importance (AGRI-247) - Angiosperms: dicots CC BY 4.0