Brazil nut, Bertholletia excelsa, is a tropical evergreen in the family Lecythidaceae has grown for its edible seeds (nuts). The brazil nut tree is very large with a long straight trunk which is 1–2 m (3.3–6.6 ft) in diameter. The tree only branches in the upper regions and the long branches are covered in large, leathery, oblong shaped leaves that form a spreading canopy. The tree produces large, pale yellow or greenish flowers and a round fruit which is approximately 15 cm (6 in) in diameter.
The fruit has a thick hard shell and contains 18 to 24 angular seeds (nuts). The large edible kernel is protected by a thin, woody shell that has a wrinkled appearance. Brazil nut trees can reach a height of 25–56 m (82–184 ft) and can live for well over 500 years. Brazil nut may also be referred to as cream nut or butternut and originates from the Amazonian rainforest.
Nutrition Facts: Brazil nut Amount Per 100 Grams
Calories |
656 |
|
% Daily value* |
Total Fat 66g |
101% |
Saturated fat 15g |
75% |
Polysaturated fat 21g |
|
Monosaturated fat 25g |
|
Sugar 3.2g |
|
Cholestrol |
0% |
Sodium 3mg |
0% |
Potassium 659mg |
18% |
Total Carbohydrate 12g |
4% |
Dietary fibre 8g |
32% |
Protein 14g |
28% |
Vitamin A 0% |
Vitamin C 1% |
Calcium 16% |
Iron 13% |
Cobalamin 0%, Vitamin B6 5% |
Magnesium 94% |
*Per cent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs |