Brazil Nuts

[w_r_ranch]

I had no idea where they came from, I just assumed they were a nut that grew on a tree... like a pecan, which is not the case. They are actually the seed of a fruit from one of the largest trees in the rain forest. They grow up to 160 ft tall & can be 3-6 ft in diameter. The fruit looks a lot like a coconut & is hard & heavy. Once they dry out, they are cut open & the seeds removed.

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I saw this posted on another site & thought I'd pass it on here. While I personally don't care for Brazil nuts, I had no idea how they grew. I found it interesting, thought you might too.

Also learned that Cashews are similar in origin: Where the Heck Do Cashews Come From?

 

[ErnieCopp]

I was vaguely aware of how they grow, but have never seen such a clear picture of them. I happen to like them, as i like almost all nuts, but we did not call them Brazil Nuts when we were kids.

Thanks for the interesting post.
Ernie

 

[w_r_ranch]

LOL, us neither!!!

 

[Rahab222]

Us either. Thanks for the really cool lesson on where Brazil nuts come from! I never knew that about cashews either.