The coconut tree ( Cocos nucifera) is a member of the palm tree family ( Arecaceae) and the only living species of the genus Cocos. [1] The term " coconut " (or the archaic " cocoanut ") [2] can refer to the whole coconut palm, the seed, or the fruit, which botanically is a drupe, not a nut.
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coconut, edible fruit of the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera), a tree of the palm family (Arecaceae). Coconuts probably originated somewhere in Indo-Malaya and are one of the most important crops of the tropics. Coconut flesh is high in fat and can be dried or eaten fresh or processed into coconut milk or coconut oil. The liquid of the nut, known as coconut water, is used in beverages.
Coconut (Cocos nucifera) is the fruit of the coconut palm, which grows in tropical places around the world. It can be eaten as food or used as medicine. Coconuts contain a high amount of a
Coconut is the fruit of the coconut palm ( Cocos nucifera ), which is commonly used for its water, milk, oil, and tasty meat. Coconut trees are considered the most naturally widespread fruit
The coconut palm, Cocos nucifera, is an erect palm in the family Arecaceae which is grown its fruits, used primarily for the extraction of coconut oil for use in cooking. The coconut palm has an erect or slightly curved stem which grows from a swollen base. The stem is smooth, light gray in color and has prominent leaf scars.
Coconuts ( Coco nucifera) are the seed and fruit of the palm tree family. They are found in tropical regions where they are harvested for their white flesh, oil, and juices. In the United States, fresh whole coconut is considered an exotic food.
Coconut is the fruit of a tropical palm plant. It has a hard shell, edible white flesh and clear liquid, sometimes referred to as “water,” which is often used as a beverage. Coconut flesh or “meat” is aromatic, chewy in texture and rich in taste. Coconut milk is the liquid that is obtained by pressing coconut flesh with hot water. Its color and rich taste are attributed to its high oil content.
Coconut is generally regarded as a source of healthy fat. The meat contains protein and fiber, as well as some essential minerals such as: Iron Manganese Copper Magnesium Two tablespoons of
Coconut is the mature fruit of the coconut palm tree ( Cocos nucifera ). The tree is classified into two main groups—tall and dwarf—though there are several varieties that fall into these categories and a number of hybrids under cultivation. They grow in tropical regions throughout the world.