The coconut tree is also known as the “Tree of Life” because all parts of the plant—from its roots, trunks, to its leaves—are useful. Coconut is a vital source of food, water, and medicine. Other than that, it can also be used to fuel fire, make toys, decorations, building materials, and household items, such as broomsticks, placemats, fans, and baskets.
On Corregidor Island, located next to the teardrop-shaped Siargao Island in the Philippines, one cafe owner was impressed seeing how the green fronds of the coconut tree were turned into eco-friendly “lukay” (local term for coconut leaves) straws.
