Brazil Nuts grow on a tall tree native to the Amazonian rain forest. Their name is taken from the fact that most of the forest is part of Brazil. The tree produces large fruits, each fruit containing up to two dozen nuts. Brazil nuts are used in pastries and as snacks. Cashews are among the most widely cultivated nut.
Cashews are a popular snack and are also used in confectionery and cooking.
Hazelnuts grow on small, bushy trees. The USA is one of the largest producers of hazelnuts. Hazelnuts are used in snacks, baking and confectionery. They are also very popular in Spain in the famous dish called picadas. Macadamia Nuts are native to Australia even though Hawaii is now the leading grower.