Description
The cocoa plant, scientifically named Theobroma cacao, is a tropical evergreen tree native to the Amazon basin of South America. It is known for its pods that contain cocoa beans, the key ingredient in chocolate. The tree typically grows to a height of 6-12 meters (20-40 feet) and has leathery, oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and grow directly from the trunk and branches, often in clusters.
