Coconut
In Asia-Pacific where our coconut products originate, the coconut palm is commonly called the “Tree of Life.” Each part of the tree has a purpose. Roots are used medicinally; trunks provide lumber and firewood; leaves are used for roofing and weaving; husks are made into ropes and mats or returned to the fields as fertilizer; shells are carved into bowls, cups and tools; and the sap of the coconut flower is turned into sugar. The ripe coconut fruit produces familiar products like coconut oil, coconut milk, coconut flour and dried desiccated coconut shreds and chips.
