Common uses of the Coconut tree

  

Date Posted: 12/12/2011 7:52:30 AM

Posted By: wameyo99  Membership Level: Silver  Total Points: 345

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The coconut tree grows abundantly in the coastal region and the tree happens to have many benefits which if commercialized can bring in a lot of money.Below are five benefits of the coconut tree:

1. Thatching Houses - When you take a walk in Mombasa town you can't help but notice that most if not all five star hotels have rooftops made of 'makuti'. Well this is obtained from the dried leaves of the coconut tree.

2. Liquor/Alcoholic drink - The coconut fruit is used to make 'mnazi' an alcoholic drink that is favored by many coastal inhabitants.

3. Hair Care - Coconut oil is used to maintain healthy hair due to the nutrients that are nourishing to the hair. Virgin coconut oil produces the best results if used


4. Massage Oil - Coconut oil is said to be among the best massage oils on earth. It leaves you feeling relaxed when used as a massage oil.

5. Moisturizing oil - Virgin coconut oil is an excellent moisturizing oil when applied to the face and the whole body. It deeply penetrates the skin to make it firmer and smooth.

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