Location Coconut is a pan-tropical species usually found in humid coastal areas between latitudes 26 degrees north and south. The origin of this plant is uncertain, but many experts believe it's from the west Pacific and Indian Ocean islands. As it is not a palm for dry climates, it is typically encountered in the continental U.S. only in South Florida, and the extreme southern tip of Texas. I've seen them on St. Petersburg Beach and Vero Beach, often looking somewhat shabby after a rough winter. Can withstand drought, but likes moisture if well drained.
Growth is slow at first but picks up as the palm matures.
This palm makes a great accent on the lawn and provides nice filtered shade for the patio. Use in groves and street plantings. Features A valuable food resource throughout the tropics, the coconut is composed of a fibrous outer husk covering a hard woody shell. This meat can be shredded and used in baking. You've probably seen it covering delectable cakes in bakery cases.