Hainan Coconuts

Hainan Coconuts

　　Coconut cultivation in Hainan dates back to the Han Dynasty, boasting a history of over 2,000 years.

　　Coconut trees can grow up to around 20 meters tall, begin bearing fruit after 6 to 7 years, reach peak production after more than 20 years, and can live up to 80 years. Autumn is the peak harvest season for coconuts each year.

　　The coconut flesh is fragrant and rich in nutrients, and can be used to make coconut sugar, coconut oil, and more. Local guides say there is a peculiar saying in Hainan: “Old ladies climb trees faster than monkeys,” referring to climbing trees to pick coconuts.