This plant is located in the Mountain range of Peru reaching a size of between 2 to 5 meters in height. It is an indehiscent oblong sheath that measures approximately 10 cm long by 3 cm wide. When ripe, it takes on a reddish colour and contains pods with 4 to 7 ovoid and flat seeds of dark colour. It has a high content of protein and dietary fiber that is used as a protein or dietary food.
Roots and pods
Tara Protein
Tara proteinCaesalpinia spinosa
| Part used: Pod | Region: Highlands |
| Presentations: Tara protein powder. | |
| Seasonality: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
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| Uses and applications: Protein supplements, baked goods and drinks. | |
| Origin: Cajamarca | |
| Properties: amino acids, Fiber, glucosilonates, protein, vitamins | |
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