Tag: Plukenetia volubilis

With a rich history spanning over 3,000 years in the Amazonian rainforest, sacha inchi is a nutritional powerhouse that has recently captivated the wellness world. But for those unfamiliar with this seed, the first question is often: what is the English name for sacha inchi?

Native to the Amazon rainforest, sacha inchi has been cultivated for centuries and is known by several different names across South America. The edible seeds of the plant, *Plukenetia volubilis*, are most commonly referred to as Inca nut, mountain peanut, or sacha peanut.