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Coconut, fruit of the coco palm (Cocos nucifera), a tree widely distributed through tropical regions. The seed is peculiarly adapted to dispersal by water because the large pod holding the nut is buoyant and impervious to moisture. The trees therefore establish themselves naturally on small islands and low shores bordering the tropical seas. The tree grows to a height of 60–100 ft (18–30 m), with a smooth cylindrical stem marked by the ringlike scars of former leaves. It bears at the top a crown of frond like leaves and yellow or white blossoms.
The number of nuts varies; a well-cared-for tree may yield 75 to 200 or more annually. The mature fruit as it comes from the tree is encased in a thick, brown fibrous husk. The nut itself has a hard woody shell, with three round scars at one end; the embryo lies against the largest scar and emerges through it as a developing plant. Through this easily punctured spot the “milk” of the young coconut may be drained.
Commercial Value
Its constantly growing commercial value has led to extensive cultivation of the coconut, especially in the Malay Archipelago, Sri Lanka, and India. The coco palm is one of the most useful trees in existence, every part of it having some value. The fruit, either ripe or unripe, raw or cooked, is a staple food in the tropics; the terminal bud, called palm cabbage, is considered a delicacy; the inner part of young stems is also eaten.
Commercially the greatest value of the coconut lies in the oil, which is extracted from the dried kernels of the fruit.
Coconut in dream:
Spiritual meaning of coconut in dream It is believed that if you find a coconut in your dreams, you should expect a gift! This gift may not be something material, but expect to get something interesting. Even a simple emotion can be considered a gift in this case, like a chance meeting with a new or old friend which can significantly change your life. Also, since coconuts are connected with cleaning and cleansing, you can expect something to be purified in your life! A new beginning can also be considered a gift in this case, so get prepared for any kind of situation if you find a coconut in your dream!
Spiritual significance of coconut in Hinduism:
1. The ritual of breaking a coconut has very symbolic features in Hinduism and every corner of India has its own tradition of breaking a coconut. One interesting thing about this ritual is that it can be related with all religions! Coconut water symbolizes cleansing, therefore, when a preacher or spiritual mentor cracks a coconut, he annihilates the egoism of a person! In Hinduism, it can be considered a way of humbling yourself to God. That is why it is possible to perform this ritual with representatives of different religious groups. In Hinduism, the coconuts can be broken in front of deities to symbolize the humbleness and clearness of a person. Traditional rituals with coconuts In Hinduism, you can find various rituals connected with using coconuts. One of the most interesting rituals is connected with the Deity Maruti which is believed to protect people from black magic.2. The Coconut can also symbolise a proud heart as it is has a rough exterior but the fruit within is sweet and tender
3. Coconut is known as Shriphal in Sanskrit. Shriphal means God’s fruit. Breaking coconut symbolises smashing your ego and humbling yourself before God, the hard shell of ignorance and ego is smashed which gives way to inner purity and knowledge which symbolises by the white part of Coconut.
