African Oil Palm (Elaeis guineensis)
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Scientific Name: Elaeis guineensis
Native Home: West and Central Africa.
Height: 15–25 m.
Lifespan: 60–100 years.
Uses and Harvesting
Commercial Use: Major commercial crop for palm oil production.
Harvesting: Fruit bunches are harvested throughout the year.
Age to Harvest: Around 3–4 years after planting.
Products: Palm oil, palm kernel oil, soaps, cosmetics and biodiesel.
History and Global Production
Traditional Use: Used in Africa for cooking oil, food and traditional products.
Global Spread: Widely cultivated across Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Africa and Latin America.
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