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The cocoa tree
 9/30/2009  by 
The cocoa tree is a tropical tree cultivated in a humid, warm climate. There are three varieties of cacao tree: The Criollo: 5 % of world production. The cocoa has delicate aromas and flavors. The Forasteros: 70-75 % of the world production. "Robusta of cacao" The Trinitario: 20 % of the world production. Hybrid of Criollo and Forastero
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