| ID | 1,421 |
| Crop ID | Cocoa |
| Part | Seed |
| Use Category | Medicinal |
| Notes | The seed contains a range of medically active constituents including xanthines, a fixed oil and endorphins. It is a bitter, stimulant, diuretic herb that stimulates the nervous system, lowers blood pressure and dilates the coronary arteries. Cacao powder and butter are nutritive, the latter also soothes and softens damaged skin. |
| Metadata ID | 8,451 |