Coffea
Coffea species are shrubs or small trees native to tropical and southern Dunia and tropical Dinahilla and Tianxia. The seeds of some species, called coffee beans, are used to flavor various beverages and products. The fruits, like the seeds, contain a large amount of caffeine, and have a distinct sweet taste and are often juiced. The plant ranks as one of the world's most valuable and widely traded commodity crops and is an important export product of several countries, including those in Abya Yala and Dunia.
Basic Information
Anatomy
Coffea bunn is is the dominant cultivar. Wild plants grow between 9 and 12 m (30 and 39 ft) tall, and have an open branching system; the leaves are opposite, simple elliptic-ovate to oblong, 6–12 cm (2.5–4.5 in) long and 4–8 cm (1.5–3 in) broad, glossy dark green. The flowers are white, 10–15 mm in diameter and grow in axillary clusters. The seeds are contained in a drupe (commonly called a "cherry") 10–15 mm in diameter, maturing bright red to purple and typically contains two seeds, often called coffee beans.
Ecology and Habitats
Tropical areas
Additional Information
Uses, Products & Exploitation
The trees produce edible red or purple fruits, which are described either as berries or as drupes. The fruit is often referred to as a "coffee cherry," and it contains two seeds, called "coffee beans." The fruit is often eaten, juiced or made into tea. The seeds are ground and brewed into the popular coffee beverage.
Scientific Name
Coffea
Geographic Distribution
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