Many tropical fruit seeds are recalcitrant, which means that they have a short storage life and lose viability quickly if they dry out after being removed from the fruit. Typically, tropical fruit seeds need to be planted immediately or stored moist for relatively short periods of time (several days to several weeks). For planting purposes, …
Rhizome Establishment In nature, heliconias grow on mountain slopes in tropical rainforests, where they have abundant moisture but perfect drainage. In the garden, they should be planted in a good soil with abundant organic matter and excellent drainage. A heavy, poor soil can be improved by the addition of river sand or perlite to increase …
So, you just got your fresh cacao fruits and want to make chocolate, what now? A simple chocolate can be made at home using common and inexpensive tools and materials. Chocolate has been made from cacao seeds on a small scale since around 1900 BC, by the ancient Olmecs, Aztecs and Mayans in what is …
So, you just got your fresh cacao fruits and want to grow trees, what now? Freshly harvested cacao fruits can be stored in a cool (not refrigerated), dark place and remain in good condition with viable seeds for at least 1-2 weeks. After about one week in storage, the fruit may begin to turn brown …