Cacao pod (Theobroma cacao) on a tree, opened to reveal white seeds. The pod has a rough, textured, yellow-orange exterior with maroon ridges. Inside, the seeds are encased in a white pulp and are arranged in rows. The tree branch and green leaves are visible in the background, bathed in warm sunlight. Originating from the tropical regions of South America, cacao is the primary source of chocolate production.
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