Cocoa-Coffea Tree

Cocoa-Coffea trees don't just prefer the rich, black, volcanic soil in the valley of the Sacred Moonlight Groves, they demand it. This is the only place on Earth that they will grow. Not by seed, transplant, or grafting will these magical trees and their mysterious guardians take root in any other soil.

The trees are nourished and sustained by the different strata of sprites that tend to them. From the Root Sprite Colonies that clear away the congealed, sugary sap that chokes the tree's roots, to the Bean Sprite Tredecimi who gather, spin, and weave the fine mesh of moonlit dew that nourishes the delicate flowers, their fruits, and pods.

Among the more critical functions of the different strata of sprites are pollination, fertilization, and nourishment. They play an integral role in the overall relationship between the two plants and seem to be the unifying force through which the symbiosis is even possible.

Coffea cherry fruit is a staple amongst all strata of sprites. The bitter flesh is eaten raw, or cooked in a variety of ways. Every tree's sprites have their own favorite preparations and traditional recipes to best highlight and enhance their tree's individual flavors.

The beans are roasted and brewed, similar to how coffee has been prepared for hundreds and hundreds of years. It is often flavored with spices and sweetened with raw honey.

The cacao beans are also a staple and provide even more diverse options for preparation, including being processed into different forms of chocolate.

The cacao husks are broken down and transformed into a fibrous, resin-like material used by Root Sprites to make everything from construction materials to kitchen utensils to children's toys. Excess cacao resin is exported to the North Pole.