Difference between revisions of "Brazil nut"
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| − | + | '''Brazil nut''' is a large rainforest tree (up to 160 feet tall and living 500+ years) which bears a 4-6" heavy capsule full of the so-called "Brazil nuts". The taste is mild and bland, yet satisfying because the nuts are dense and oily. | |
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Latest revision as of 13:03, 5 November 2017
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| Genus: | Bertholletia |
| Species: | B. excelsa
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Brazil nut is a large rainforest tree (up to 160 feet tall and living 500+ years) which bears a 4-6" heavy capsule full of the so-called "Brazil nuts". The taste is mild and bland, yet satisfying because the nuts are dense and oily.
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