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Acclaimed in Indian classics as the Kalpavriksha, the
all giving tree the coconut palm grows in several states in India. The
coconut palm is member of the plant family Arecaceae popularly known as palm
family. It flourishes on sandy soils requiring high humidity abundant
sunlight and high rainfall for optimal growth. All parts of the palm are used
in some way or another in the daily life of the people. Coconut water
provides a refreshing and nutritious drink. The firm kernel that line the
inside is high in calories and the white milk extracted from it is used in
many different ways. Oil extracted from dried mature coconuts is used as
cooking oil. The leaves are braided to make thatched roof and mats. The mid
ribs of the leaves are dried and tied together to make brooms. The coconut
shell and husk are good sources of efficient fuel. During religious
ceremonies married women are often presented with a coconut along with a few
grains of rice as a symbol of fertility and prosperity.
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(a) Liquid
(b) Kernel
(c) Leaves
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