Nuts

Nigeria is home to a diverse range of nut-producing trees. Here are some regions and states where different types of nuts are commonly grown:

1. *Kola nut* (Cola nitida): Commonly grown in the southwestern states, particularly in Ogun, Oyo, Osun, and Ekiti.
2. *Cashew nut* (Anacardium occidentale): Mainly grown in the southeastern states, especially in Enugu, Ebonyi, and Imo.
3. *Palm nut* (Elaeis guineensis): Widespread in the southern states, particularly in the Niger Delta region, including states like Rivers, Bayelsa, and Delta.
4. *Groundnut* (Arachis hypogaea): Commonly grown in the northern states, especially in Kano, Kaduna, and Sokoto.
5. *Walnut* (Tetracarpidium conophorum): Native to the tropical forests of southern Nigeria, particularly in states like Ogun, Oyo, and Osun.