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Coconut

Cocos nucifera

The coconut palm is a tropical tree that produces coconuts, which are the fruit of the tree. Coconuts are known for their versatility, providing food, oil, and materials for various products. The tree can grow up to 30 meters tall and has a crown of large, feathery leaves. Coconuts are rich in nutrients and are used in cooking, cosmetics, and traditional medicine.

Calculate System for Coconut
800.00–1500.00mm
Water Need
365 days
Season
50.00–100.00cm
Root Depth
8,000 kg/ha
Yield
1,666,666
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: Jan – Dec (365 days)

Initial
Kc 0.500
60 days
Development
Kc 0.800
90 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.200
120 days
Late
Kc 0.900
60 days

Coconuts thrive in well-drained sandy soils and require full sunlight. There are several varieties, including tall and dwarf types, each with specific growth characteristics and uses.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 800.001500.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Moderate
Water Productivity: 10.000 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Furrow Irrigation50.00%

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 20.0°C – 35.0°C

Tropical Wet
ETo: 3.006.00 mm/day
Temp: 20.0°C – 32.0°C
Frost: none
Frost Tolerance: Low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: High heat tolerance
Coconuts are sensitive to frost and should be planted in areas with minimal risk of cold temperatures. They thrive in humid conditions with plenty of sunlight.

Planting Layout

8.00cm
Row Spacing
7.50cm
Plant Spacing
1,666,666
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)100 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)50 kg/ha
Potassium (K)200 kg/ha
30
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
25
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
15
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Apply nitrogen and potassium in multiple splits throughout the growing season, with phosphorus applied at planting.
Organic Matter: 3-5% organic matter recommended

Yield Information

8,000
kg/ha
75.000
kg/plant
0.500
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Size, water content, oil content

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Introduction to Growing and Irrigating Coconut

Coconut (Cocos nucifera) is a versatile and economically valuable crop that is widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. It is not only a source of food and oil but also provides materials for various industries. In this article, we will explore the process of growing and irrigating coconut…

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