THE COCONUT TREE
The coconut tree is considered one of the most (if not the most) useful trees in the world, which is why it is often called “the tree of life.” The different parts (and uses) of the coconut tree are:
The NUT, which is made up of:
Husk – the outer layer of the nut, which is made into coir fiber that can be used to make rope, mats and brushes, fuel, organic fertilizer, and coir dust made into plastic boards, hollow blocks, insulators, and wall board.
Shell – the hard second layer covering the meat, which can be burned to make fuel, or fashioned into containers (like cups, trays, serving dishes, pots) and toys, bags/purses, and ornaments (like jewelry, baskets, frames, lamps, coin banks, etc.).
Meat and Water or Juice – see below for a listing of the numerous food products derived from them.
