The plant known for producing coffee beans is Coffea. There are several species of this plant, but Coffea arabica and Coffea canephora (commonly known as Robusta) are the most widely cultivated for commercial coffee production. Coffee beans are actually the seeds found inside the fruit of the coffee plant. The beans are harvested, processed, and roasted to create the coffee beverages enjoyed worldwide. Coffea thrives in tropical climates and is often grown in countries located around the equator, which is referred to as the "Bean Belt."