Dorinda Chidimma Umeh on Instagram: "Indeed, the palm tree (family Arecaceae) is an incredibly versatile plant, often referred to as the "tree of life" in many cultures due to the vast array of uses its different parts provide. Key uses include: Food and Drink: The fruit, such as coconuts and dates, are major food staples globally. Palm oil, derived from the fruit of the oil palm, is a common cooking ingredient and is used in countless processed foods. The sap can be tapped to make beverages lik