Herrania mariae seeds (Wild Cacao)

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Collector-grade seeds
A rare plant species valued for its unique characteristics and limited availability. Carefully sourced and handled to preserve freshness and natural viability. Limited availability due to seasonal seed production.

Quality approach

  • Fresh seeds handled to preserve viability

  • Germination tested in-house

  • Pre-germination available (not applicable for long-cycle species)

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50 seeds
$250
pieces
100-seeds
$500
pieces
Custom Order
Botanical Profile
Herrania mariae is a tropical understory fruit tree in the Malvaceae family, closely related to cacao and valued for its ornamental fruits.
Scientific Name
Herrania mariae (Mart.) Decne. ex Goudot; family: Malvaceae. A rare relative of Theobroma species from South America.
Local Name
Often referred to by collectors as “Wild Cacao” or “Herrania Cacao.”
Native Habitat
Native to humid tropical rainforests of northern South America with warm temperatures, shaded understory conditions, and high rainfall.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate. Seeds require fresh sowing, stable warmth, and constant humidity for successful germination.
Germination Timeframe
Usually 2–6 weeks under tropical greenhouse conditions.
Growing Condition
Partial shade, rich organic well-draining soil, humidity above 70%, and temperatures between 24–30°C.
Collector Significance
Collectors value this species for its relation to cacao, unusual ribbed fruits, and rarity in 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.

Rare Seeds offers a wide selection of rare ornamental plant seeds. You can explore other species on our shop page. We are available to help you choose suitable seeds based on your experience—contact us at info@rareseeds.id or via WhatsApp for custom orders.

All orders are shipped with a free Phytosanitary Certificate. We use secure packaging to ensure seeds arrive in good condition. Rare Seeds supplies seeds to various plant sellers and collectors.