Germinating coconut palm
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Germinating coconut palm
Germinating coconut palm (Cocos nucifera) on a beach in Barbados. A coconut palm can grow up to 30 metres high and will begin to bear fruit (coconuts) roughly 7 years after germination. Coconuts take between 8 to 10 months to fully ripen. Young, green coconuts contain a nutritious liquid, rich in vitamin C, and a soft, jelly-like flesh, while ripened fruit conatin a thicker liquid (milk) and white, solid flesh that is used in cooking rather than eaten raw
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Barbados Beach Caribbean Coast Developing Development Fruit Germinating Grow Growing Growth Immature Part Parts Re Production Reproductive S Eed Sand Sandy Seedling Sprout Sprouting Tropics West Indies Young Coconut Palm Cocos Nucifera Germinate
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This print captures the beauty and wonder of a germinating coconut palm on a picturesque beach in Barbados. The towering coconut palm, known scientifically as Cocos nucifera, can reach impressive heights of up to 30 meters. It is fascinating to learn that this majestic tree begins bearing fruit, the iconic coconuts, approximately seven years after germination. Coconuts undergo a gradual ripening process that takes between 8 to 10 months before they are fully matured. When young and green, these tropical fruits contain a nutritious liquid brimming with vitamin C and have soft jelly-like flesh. As they ripen further, the liquid inside thickens into milk while the white solid flesh becomes ideal for cooking rather than consuming raw. The image showcases not only the young development and structure of this remarkable plant but also highlights its connection with nature's coastal landscapes. Nestled among sandy shores and bathed in sunlight, this growing coconut palm represents botanical growth at its finest. Barbados' West Indies location adds an exotic touch to this scene as it is part of the Caribbean region renowned for its lush tropical vegetation. The reproductive cycle unfolds against the backdrop of crystal-clear waters gently lapping onto the pristine beach. Science Photo Library has masterfully captured every aspect of this single sprouting seedling - from its immature state to eventual fruition - providing us with an awe-inspiring glimpse into nature's incredible journey towards life and sustenance in paradise.
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