Castillo
About
Castillo was released by Cenicafe in Colombia in 2005, developed through multiple generations of crossing Caturra with Timor Hybrid and backcrossing to traditional varieties. Named after researcher Jaime Castillo Zapata, it combines comprehensive rust resistance with cup quality approaching that of traditional Colombian varieties. Castillo has become the most widely planted variety in Colombia.
Disease Resistance
Comprehensive resistance to all known Colombian rust races via multiple Caturra × Timor Hybrid backcrossing cycles at Cenicafe. Moderate to good resistance to coffee berry disease. Resistance has remained durable since 2005 release.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Castillo coffee?
- Castillo coffee — Colombia's most planted variety with comprehensive rust resistance and approaching traditional cup quality.
- What species is Castillo coffee?
- Castillo belongs to the Arabica species.
- Where does Castillo coffee originate from?
- Castillo coffee originates from Colombia.
- At what altitude does Castillo grow?
- Castillo grows optimally at 1000-2000m.
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