{"product_id":"bixa-orellana-tree-seeds","title":"Bixa Orellana Tree seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"h-full\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-zwocb-79elbk h-full\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-zwocb-1n7m0yu\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm md:pb-9\"\u003e\u003carticle class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary focus-visible:outline-2 focus-visible:outline-offset-[-4px]\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-3\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base py-[18px] px-3 md:px-4 m-auto md:px-5\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"mx-auto flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem]\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"a01d5e48-8948-4e1f-8f00-9c601511c856\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\\n\\nBixa Orellana Tree seeds\\n\\n\u003cstrong\u003eBixa orellana\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eAchiote\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eAnnatto\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a tropical shrub or small tree native to the Americas. In the United States, it's sometimes referred to as \"American Jaffra.\" Here's a breakdown of the key details:\\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\\n\u003cul\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bixa orellana is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6-10 meters tall. It has heart-shaped leaves and produces clusters of bright pink or white flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e: The plant is most notable for its spiky, red seed pods, which contain numerous small seeds. These seeds are coated with a waxy, reddish-orange substance that is the primary source of annatto.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\\n\u003ch3\u003eUses\u003c\/h3\u003e\\n\u003cul\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary\u003c\/strong\u003e: The seeds of Bixa orellana are commonly used to produce annatto, a natural food coloring, and flavoring. It imparts a yellow to orange color to foods and is often used in cheese, butter, margarine, rice, and various other dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Medicine\u003c\/strong\u003e: In various cultures, parts of the plant, including the leaves and seeds, are used in traditional medicine. They are believed to have properties that help in treating various ailments like digestive issues, fevers, and skin conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetics and Dyes\u003c\/strong\u003e: The natural dye extracted from the seeds has been used historically in cosmetics and for body painting, particularly by indigenous peoples in South America.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\\n\u003ch3\u003eCultivation\u003c\/h3\u003e\\n\u003cul\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bixa orellana thrives in tropical and subtropical climates. It requires a warm, humid environment with plenty of sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: The plant prefers well-drained, fertile soil but can tolerate a range of soil types.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: It is commonly propagated from seeds, although cuttings can also be used.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\\n\u003ch3\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\\n\u003cul\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndigenous Use\u003c\/strong\u003e: In many indigenous cultures in the Americas, the bright red dye from the seeds has been used for centuries as body paint and for ritualistic purposes.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEconomic Importa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ence\u003c\/strong\u003e: Today, Bixa orellana is grown commercially in several countries, including Brazil, Peru, the Philippines, and some parts of the United States, primarily for the production of annatto.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\\n\u003cul\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsumption\u003c\/strong\u003e: Generally considered safe when used in food products, though some individuals may experience allergic reactions to annatto.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n \t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal Use\u003c\/strong\u003e: When used in traditional medicine, it's important to consult with a healthcare provider, as the effects can vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\\nBixa orellana, with its vibrant seeds and versatile uses, remains an important plant both economically and culturally in many regions around the world.\\n\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-1 flex gap-3 empty:hidden -ml-2\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"items-center justify-start rounded-xl p-1 flex\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex items-center\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex items-center pb-0\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"[\u0026amp;_svg]:h-full [\u0026amp;_svg]:w-full icon-md h-4 w-4\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"pr-2 lg:pr-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/article\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:border-transparent md:dark:border-transparent w-full\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base px-3 md:px-4 m-auto md:px-5\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"mx-auto flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem]\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative flex h-full max-w-full flex-1 flex-col\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"absolute bottom-full left-0 right-0 z-20\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full items-center\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1.5 rounded-[26px] p-1.5 transition-colors bg-[#f4f4f4] dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex items-end gap-1.5 md:gap-2\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col\"\u003e\\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"radix-:re:\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex min-w-0 flex-1 flex-col\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e\\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hooga","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43945777987619,"sku":"RW-5099","price":50.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/0910\/2883\/files\/bixa_orellana_1000x1000_5836c273-1b7b-4b32-8a84-24a1d332b48a.jpg?v=1789363179","url":"https:\/\/hoogaseeds.com\/products\/bixa-orellana-tree-seeds","provider":"Hooga","version":"1.0","type":"link"}