Brazil Nut

Shape and Size
The gourd generally has a spherical or slightly oval shape.
The hedgehog gourd has natural properties that protect the internal seeds (Brazil nuts) against:
Physical impacts when falling from the tree,
Rodents and some smaller animals that cannot get through the spines,
Fungi and bacteria by maintaining a drier and isolated environment.
They are used in:
Crafts (decoration); Decorative pieces due to their large and visually interesting shape; In some traditions, as a natural container or stand hence the name gourd.