Live Cacao Tree Plant (Theobroma cacao) - Starter Plant
About This Plant
The cacao tree, or chocolate plant (Theobroma cacao), is a tropical evergreen that features glossy foliage and an attractive growth habit. It is commonly grown as an ornamental tropical plant and can be cultivated in frost-free climates or protected indoor spaces. This listing specifies a live starter plant that will arrive smaller than the mature reference photos.
What You Will Receive
One (1) live Cacao Tree plant. The plant is shipped as a live starter plant and may vary in size, shape, and appearance from the mature reference photos.
- Botanical name: Theobroma cacao
- Life Cycle: Perennial
- Plant Type: Tropical evergreen tree
- Sunlight: Bright indirect light to partial shade
- Soil: Rich, well-drained, organically amended soil
- Water: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
- USDA Zone: 10–12
Important Notes: Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season and shipping. Local weather considerations apply; perishable nature means returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue, contact within 48 hours of delivery with required photos.
Live Plant Notice
Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.
Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.
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