A palm oil tree typically reaches a height of about 20 metres (66 feet).
Palm oil trees, also known as oil palms, are characterized by their single stem and impressive height. These trees are cultivated for their fruit, which yields palm oil, a widely used vegetable oil. The height of the oil palm is an important characteristic from a harvesting perspective.
Here's a breakdown of some key features:
- Typical Height: Around 20 metres (66 feet).
- Stem: Single stem structure.
- Flowers: Numerous tiny flowers clustered on short branches.
- Fruit: Oval fruits, approximately 4 cm (1.6 inches) long, growing in large clusters.
- Ripe Fruit Color: Black with a red base.
- Seed (Kernel): Contains a single oily seed.
The considerable height of the palm oil tree requires specialized harvesting techniques and equipment to efficiently gather the fruit.
