What is sea cocnut?

Sea coconut, also known as sea coconut palm or Lodoicea maldivica, is a large and rare species of palm tree that is native to the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean. It is one of the largest and heaviest fruits in the plant kingdom, weighing up to 20 kg, and can take up to 10 years to mature.

The fruit of the sea coconut palm is oval-shaped and covered with a hard, fibrous shell that is green when young and brown when mature. Inside, it contains a white, jelly-like pulp that is sweet and refreshing, with a slightly nutty flavor. It is often consumed raw or used to make drinks, desserts, and other culinary treats.

In addition to its culinary uses, sea coconuts are also valued for their medicinal properties. The juice of the fruit is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antibacterial properties, and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and sore throat.

The sea coconut palm is also considered a symbol of the Seychelles and is a popular tourist attraction. However, due to habitat loss, the species is now listed as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Conservation efforts are underway to protect and preserve the remaining populations of sea coconut palms.