Pachira Tree (Pachira aquatica)
Scientific Name: Pachira aquatica — Pachira, also called Guiana Chestnut or Malabar Chestnut.
Native Home: Wetlands and tropical forests of Central and South America.
Height: 10–20 m in the wild.
Lifespan: Several decades under favourable conditions.
Uses and Harvesting
Timber: Wood is used locally for light construction and small wooden products.
Harvesting: Mature fruits are collected when ripe; seeds are removed for food or propagation.
Age to Harvest: Around 4–6 years for fruit production, depending on conditions.
Products: Edible seeds, ornamental plants, and locally used timber.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Seeds have traditionally been roasted or cooked in parts of its native range.
Global Spread: Native to tropical America and widely cultivated worldwide as an ornamental houseplant and garden tree.
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