Botanical Profile
Theobroma grandiflorum
Scientific Name
Theobroma grandiflorum is a tropical fruit tree in the Malvaceae family, closely related to cacao and valued for its aromatic edible fruits.
Local Name
Theobroma grandiflorum (Willd. ex Spreng.) K.Schum.; family: Malvaceae. Commonly known as Cupuaçu.
Native Habitat
Native to the Amazon rainforest of Brazil and surrounding South American regions with high humidity, warm temperatures, and abundant rainfall.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate. Seeds require fresh sowing because viability decreases quickly after harvest.
Germination Timeframe
Usually 2–6 weeks under warm and humid tropical conditions.
Growing Condition
Partial shade, rich organic well-draining soil, high humidity, and temperatures between 24–30°C.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its large aromatic fruits, relation to cacao, and importance in tropical fruit cultivation.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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