Description
Brazil nut trees are among the tallest in the Amazon, commonly 30 to 50 metres. They rarely fruit on plantations because their flowers depend on large wild bees that need intact forest. In the rainy season, collectors walk forest trails to each tree, split the coconut-sized pods with machetes and carry the nuts out, often by boat. The oil is pale yellow with a mild, nutty smell and a smooth feel.
Details
| Botanical name | Bertholletia excelsa |
|---|---|
| Origin | Bolivia, Peru, Brazil |
| Part used | Nut |
| Extraction | Cold-pressed |
| Texture | Rich, smooth |
| Size | 1 litre |
| Ingredients | 100% Bertholletia excelsa seed oil |
Wild-harvested: almost all Brazil nuts come from wild trees, so supply follows the forest cycle.
How to use
- Soap and balms: add to the oil phase of soaps, balms and lip products.
- Body and hair oils: use alone or as a base for blends.
- Decanting: pour into clean, dry bottles and keep them capped.
Store sealed, away from heat and light.
FAQs
Is this oil made from the same nuts people eat?
Yes. Brazil nuts are the seeds of Bertholletia excelsa.
Why are Brazil nuts wild-harvested?
The trees need wild bees and intact forest to set fruit, so plantations yield poorly.
Do you sell larger quantities?
Yes. Apply for a wholesale account for volume pricing.
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