Brazil nut, Bertholletia excelsa, is a tropical evergreen in the family Lecythidaceae 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 which 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.
Nutrition
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 which 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 butter nut and originates from the Amazonian rainforest.
Nutrition Facts : Brazil nutAmount 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
