Kola trees are grown from the seed. When growing, plant seed in a pot and later transplant to plain field. It can also be grown from cuttings. To grow a kola nut tree soil must be deeply rich and fertile and well drained.

Where does the Cola tree grow?

Though native to Africa, two species especially, Cola acuminata and C. nitida, are grown commercially in various tropical regions around the world, the dried kola nuts being used in manufacturing the popular soft drink called cola.

Do kola nuts taste like Coke?

The kola nut is considered a cultural symbol in West Africa. Kola nuts don’t really taste like soda. They’re described as bitter, but become sweeter as you chew.