Biggest edible nut in the world

World's largest nut gets new holographic tag




The world's largest and heaviest nut, the coco de mer, is getting an upgraded anti-counterfeiting system.

Found on just two islands of the Seychelles archipelago in the Indian Ocean, the coco de mer palm has seeds or nuts that reach half a metre in diameter and can weigh as much as 25 kilograms.

The outer shell is popular as a tourist souvenir while the edible inner kernel is desirable in Asian countries, where it is believed to have aphrodisiac properties.

The seed's rarity and popularity make it a target for poachers and fraudsters.

The coco de mer already featured an anti-counterfeiting tag system but the Seychelles Ministry of Environment, Energy and Climate Change found this original tag was easily falsified.

"Our coco de mer need to have better protection," said Alain de Comarmond, principal secretary in the Ministry of Environment, Energy and Climate Change. "Due to thefts and falsification of the old tag, the ministry had to invest in new security measures."

An investment of around $10,000 has resulted in a new modern tag with holographic security features and permit system, which will make it



On the beautiful islands of the Seychelles in the Indian Ocean grows a legendary palm.
Lodoicea maldivica
, also known as the double coconut, or coco-de-mer, is renowned for producing the largest and heaviest seeds in the world.

With their rather suggestive shape and weighing up to an impressive 25kg, while measuring up to half a metre long, these spectacular seeds are attractive to scientists, tourists and poachers alike. 

Legend has it that the double coconut possesses medicinal properties. Although these “healing powers” remain unproven, the palm remains of high interest as an aesthetic wonder, with single nuts currently sold for £500-£2,000. 
 









Large seeds at a big risk

Due to overharvesting, there are now only around 8,000 wild mature
Lodoicea
palms on just the two islands of Praslin and Curieuse. 

The species is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.

To protect them from going extinct, seeds in the wild and in botanical gardens worldwide that have manged to grow them, are carefully guarded, sometimes even placed in cages, to prevent poaching.

Palms closely related to the double coconut also produce seeds tha


Known for their rich, buttery flavor and satisfying crunch,
macadamia nuts
have earned a reputation as one of the world’s most luxurious and sought-after nuts. But have you ever wondered which country leads the world in macadamia nut production? Let’s explore the fascinating history, global cultivation, and top-producing nations of this beloved nut — and find out which country sits at the top of the macadamia world.


What Are Macadamia Nuts?





Macadamia nuts come from the
macadamia tree
, a genus of four species of trees native to
Australia
. These evergreen trees thrive in subtropical climates and can grow up to
50 feet (15 meters) tall
. Their nuts are encased in a hard, brown shell surrounded by a green husk. Cracking a macadamia nut shell requires considerable force, as it is one of the hardest nut shells in the world.

Macadamias are prized for their
smooth, rich texture
and subtle, buttery flavor. Beyond their culinary appeal, they are also valued for their high content of
monounsaturated fats
, antioxidants, and essential minerals such as magnesium and manganese.


South Africa: The World’s Leading Macadamia Nut Producer

While macadamia trees originated in
A

World's Largest Pistachio


                           

It started as a humble tribute from a son to his father. From there, it developed a measure of celebrity and in some ports of call, evolved into a "destination" in it's own right. Tim McGinn, owner of the pistachio ranch, said he wanted to "honor the memory of his father, Tom McGinn, who originally founded the pistachio and grape-producing farm." The World's Largest Pistachio was built in 2007 and is a registered trademark.

WHY VISIT PISTACHIOLAND?: 

www.newmexico.org/blog/post/pistachioland-travel-opportunity-redefined/



 

 

Visit www.newmexico.org for NM True Television and New Mexico Treasures. Episode 3 features the World's Largest Pistachio.






 



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