Cashew Nut Collection

Ripe cashew nut. Image 2 of 2. Native to South America, the cashew (Anacardium occidentale) is now widely cultivated throughout the tropics

Cashew nut tree, Western Anacardium. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehler's
FLO4992855 Cashew nut tree, Western Anacardium. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehler's Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany

Cashew nut, Anacardium occidentale
6337960 Cashew nut, Anacardium occidentale by Stanghi (19th century); (add.info.: Cashew or cashew nut, Anacardium occidentale. Cassuvium pomiferum, Acagiu pomifero)

Senegal Gum Arabica, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999052 Senegal Gum Arabica, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Colonial and Indian Exhibition, British Guiana, West Indies, and British Honduras (engraving)
1624688 Colonial and Indian Exhibition, British Guiana, West Indies, and British Honduras (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

anacardium occidentale, cashew nut
Anacardium occidentale Cashew nut Yellow subject

An elaborate pudding at Kwandwe Lodge

Anacardium occidentale, Cashew
Watercolour by Robert Schomburgk, 1840s Date: 1840

Still Life of Fruits from Surinam and Reptiles (oil on canvas)
XIR181857 Still Life of Fruits from Surinam and Reptiles (oil on canvas) by Valkenburg, Dirk (1675-1721); 37x46 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Quimper, France; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Cashew nuts

Selection of mixed salted nuts credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Cashew nuts in small bowl

Daging masak merhah, Malaysian red beef curry with cashew nuts, fried onions, garnished with sultanas

Man holding cashew nuts in hand above baking tray

Clear soup served in cup with cashew nuts, two thick slices of cucumber and two strips of red pepper

Roasting cashew nuts and walnuts on gas hob using wooden spatula to stir

Two bowls of sweet and sour chicken breast, in a sauce of cashew nuts, red bell peppers, pineapples and spring onions, close-up

Almonds and cashew nuts in sealed plastic container

Cashew nuts, plain and roasted

Cup of clear soup, served with cashew nuts, broccoli florets and cherry tomatoes on white ceramic plate

Hand using wooden spoon to stir bowl of muesli containing oats, brazil nuts, almonds, cashew nuts, walnuts and seeds

Specimens (including butterflies) from the Paul Hermann Coll
Specimens from the Paul Hermann collection of five volumes of specimens and drawings from Sri Lanka (Ceylon) 1672-1677. Held at The Natural History Museum, London

Anacardium occidentale, cashew apple
Plate 7 from Neilgherry birds and Miscellaneous (1858) by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Illustration entitled cushoo apples, with nuts

Anacardium occidentale L. cashew apple

Cashew-nut (Anacardium occidentale) close-up of fruit, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago

Unripe cashew nuts
Unripe cashew nut. Image 1 of 2. Native to South America, the cashew (Anacardium occidentale) is now widely cultivated throughout the tropics

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"The Ripe Cashew Nut: A Nutty Delight from the Anacardium Occidentale Tree" Discover the fascinating world of cashew nuts, scientifically known as Anacardium occidentale. These delectable treats have captivated taste buds and intrigued botanists for centuries. In a beautifully colored engraving titled "Senegal Gum Arabica, " created between 1833-39, we catch a glimpse of the majestic cashew nut tree in all its glory. Its branches laden with ripe cashew nuts, ready to be harvested and savored. Travel back in time to the Colonial and Indian Exhibition, where British Guiana, West Indies, and British Honduras showcased their abundant resources. Amongst these treasures was an engraving capturing the allure of the anacardium occidentale or cashew nut. Venturing further into South America's vibrant landscapes, Brazil's Fortaleza Central Market entices visitors with its display of luscious cashew fruits for sale. The anacardium occidentale takes center stage once again as locals indulge in this tropical delight. From exotic markets to luxurious lodges like Kwandwe Lodge comes an elaborate pudding featuring our beloved cashews. This culinary masterpiece showcases how versatile these nuts can be when incorporated into gourmet creations. Still Life paintings come alive with Surinam's bounty as artist captures not only colorful fruits but also reptiles coexisting harmoniously. Amongst this diverse array lies our humble yet extraordinary cashews - nature's gift that adds both flavor and texture to any dish. Whether enjoyed on their own or used creatively in various cuisines worldwide, it is undeniable that cashews hold a special place in our hearts (and stomachs). So next time you savor these creamy delights, remember their rich history rooted in Senegal Gum Arabica engravings and colonial exhibitions – truly making them more than just your average nut.