Arabica coffee

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Coffea arabica, commonly known as Arabica coffee, is the most popular and widely consumed coffee species in the world. Valued for its smooth, mild flavor and aromatic qualities, Arabica beans make up about 60-70% of global coffee production. The plant produces cherries that, when ripe, are typically red or purple and contain the sought-after coffee beans.


Name

Arabica coffee

Description

Coffea arabica, commonly known as Arabica coffee, is the most popular and widely consumed coffee species in the world. Valued for its smooth, mild flavor and aromatic qualities, Arabica beans make up about 60-70% of global coffee production. The plant produces cherries that, when ripe, are typically red or purple and contain the sought-after coffee beans.

Types

Crop

Climate requirements

Arabica coffee prefers cooler tropical and subtropical climates. It thrives at elevations between 600 to 2,200 meters above sea level, where the temperature ranges between 15°C to 24°C. The plant is sensitive to extreme weather conditions and is susceptible to pests and diseases, making it more challenging to cultivate compared to other coffee species like Robusta.

Major producing regions

Brazil
Ethiopia
Colombia

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Origin

Arabica coffee is believed to have originated in the highlands of Ethiopia. It was later cultivated on the Arabian Peninsula, which is how it got its name

Scientific name

Coffea arabica

Uses

Beverage
Medicinal
Cosmetics

Referenced by

Shade-grown coffee

Agriculture

Agroforestry practice