Cocos Nucifera (Noun)
Meaning
Tall palm tree bearing coconuts as fruits; widely planted throughout the tropics.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Cocos nucifera is the most commonly cultivated species of the genus Cocos and is widely grown throughout the world for its fruit, the coconut.
- Cocos nucifera is a large palm, growing up to 30 meters tall, with a long pinnate leaf that is 4 to 6 meters in length, with a crown of feathery leaves and a smooth grey columnar trunk.
- The cocos nucifera is a versatile tree that besides its fruit can be used for its leaves, sap, and oil, making it a valuable crop in tropical regions.
- The Coconut tree, or cocos nucifera, has adapted to various environments throughout the tropical regions, with flowers being available throughout the year in some areas.
- Throughout history, cocos nucifera has been introduced into remote islands of the world, serving as an important source of livelihood for many coastal communities.