Bixa orellana

Sometimes called the lipstick tree, this plant is best known for the vibrant red, waxy coating found on its seeds. The coating is harvested and processed into a natural dye, widely used in food production. It is most famously used to give cheddar cheese its distinctive and iconic orange color.

 

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