The blooms are attached to the trunk of the tree. It seems to me that this is a natural defense to keep the branches from breaking. The cacao fruits are so heavy that just two on any of the branches could cause it to snap so the tree has it's fruit on it's trunk. The last picture is our homemade drying rack. After fermenting we put the beans on this rack in the direct sun for about 4 days then we roast in a wok over an open fire.
Your blog is one of my very favorites to follow on a regular basis. We just love Costa Rica so very much, and get a chance to experience it vicariously through your lens there! Fabulous photos, I can't get enough!!
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