Exotic

King Coconutතැඹිලි (Thembili)

Cocos nucifera L.

King Coconut 1

Plant Information

Scientific Name
Cocos nucifera L.
Family
Arecaceae
Category
Exotic

Description

  • Genus: Cocos
  • Habit: Tall single-stemmed palm
  • Origin: Exotic (Pacific region)
  • Features: Versatile palm producing coconuts, coconut water, fiber
  • Varieties: King coconut (Thembili), regular coconut
  • Economic Importance: Major agricultural crop