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Double coconut

Formerly the Coco de Mer was known as Maldive Coconut. Its scientific name, Lodoicea maldivica, originated before the 18th century when the Seychelles were uninhabited. In centuries past the coconuts that fell from the trees and ended up in the sea would be carried away eastwards by the prevailing sea currents. The nuts can only float after the germination process, when they are hollow. In this way many drifted to the Maldives where they were gathered from the beaches and valued as an important trade and medicinal item.

interior of the Double Coconut is like jelly and is sweet and very tasty Acquiring a Double Coconut nut or tree is almost impossible. One source told us the entire economy of the Seychelles Islands is based on these amazing nuts which are guarded from being exported or being smuggled out of the country. Another source, Palm and Cycad Societies of Australia, confirms difficulty both in obtaining nuts and germination as well, e.g. More

The double coconut cream pie is a popular american dessert that is popular in to the international cuisine too.More Less * Recipes * Videos * Blogs Sponsored Results - * Double Cream Pie Double Cream Pie 1 pkg. regular vanilla pudding 3 cups milk 1/4 teasp. More