Sterculia striata

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Sterculia striata

Common name:
Chichá

Local name:
 

Country:
Brazil

Food Group(s):
Seeds and nuts

Part of plant/stage of process:
seed, raw

Chichá seeds are commonly consumed as nuts that can be fresh or toasted. It contains high amount of proteins, fibers, mono- and saturated fatty acids.