The coffee tree of the variety ' Coffea arabica ' is known for producing the best coffee beans in the world.

Originally from the Ethiopian highlands, the coffee tree has spread throughout the world and is now cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions. It is prized for its rich, aromatic coffee that is less bitter and has a more complex flavor profile than other coffees.

Botanical Description

Coffea arabica is the species name. The coffee tree originating from the Ethiopian highlands of Africa, it is now grown in many coffee-producing regions around the world, including Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

Care.

With the environment in mind, we recommend growing in peat-free soil, such as our potting soil . This soil mixture reduces the risk of overwatering and root rot. Coffee bushes thrive best in indirect light and should be kept in an environment with high humidity. Water regularly but let the soil dry out slightly between waterings.

Appearance.

The leaves of the coffee bush are large, shiny and dark green. They are elliptical to oval in shape and can grow up to 15 cm long. The leaves are arranged in pairs on the stems and have a slightly wavy edge.

The flowers are small, white and fragrant. They grow in clusters along the stems and bloom mostly during the dry season. The flowering can cause the entire plant to become covered in white flowers, giving it a very beautiful appearance.

Fruit: A 3-4 year old coffee tree can flower and bear fruit. The fruit, called a "coffee berry", is oval and turns red or purple when ripe. Each berry contains two coffee beans that are covered in a thin, sweet pulp. These coffee beans are harvested, roasted and ground to be used to brew coffee.

The coffee plant is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 3-5 meters tall in the wild, but is usually kept smaller by pruning when grown commercially or as a potted plant.

The coffee plant is thus an attractive and useful houseplant that can be grown indoors or in a greenhouse. Its beautiful foliage, fragrant flowers and of course the valuable coffee beans make it a prized plant for both coffee lovers and garden enthusiasts. Buy coffee trees online!