Coconut Tree Thailand – Cocos Nucifera

Coconut, cocus nucifera, is a monoecious large palm of about 30 m tall with long pinnate leaves that break away cleanly leaving the unbranched trunk smooth. The fruit is a drupe comprised of three layers: the exocarp, mesocarp (coconut husk), and the endocarp. The root system of coconut is fibrous. There is a dwarf variety. It is known as the tree of life for all of its plant parts has a wide range of uses. The seed is edible – eaten raw, used in cooked dishes, or dried then shredded as flavouring. Coconut milk or cream is commonly used as ingredient in many African and Asian food and bakery products. The seed also yields edible oil that is used in cooking, making margarine, shortening, filled milk, ice cream, confectionaries, etc. Coconut juice is a popular refreshing drink.