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Cupuacu

Theobroma grandiflorum

An Amazonian tree related to cacao, producing a large fruit with tangy, aromatic pulp used in juices and desserts.

Family

Malvaceae

Temperature

22-32°C (absolute 10-40°C)

Rainfall

2000-2400mm (absolute 1500-4000mm)

Altitude

1000m

Soil pH

5-6.5 (absolute 4.5-8.5)

Soil types

Rich, moist, well-drained soils