Spoiler The Coco de Mer produces the largest seeds in the plant kingdom (weighing up to 30kg), this giant of the plant world was known to sailors in the Indian Ocean long before its real home was discovered. Over the ages, seeds of this legendary palm were found washed up on deserted beaches or floating on the waves and they become known as the 'coconuts of the sea' appearing to come from some mythical oceanic plant. Their suggestive two-lobed form gave rise to many legends - including a belief that they possessed aphrodisiac powers. However, the plant now faces several threats: from over-collection, alien invasive species, and an increasing frequency of fires, which is being exacerbated by climate change. The true home of this mysterious plant is the Seychelles, where only two populations remain in the wild. Much prized, coco-de-mer seeds have commanded high prices for centuries. Trade in the seeds is now closely controlled, but poaching remains a problem because of their high value on the tourist market. Although protected within National Parks, the two remaining populations are nevertheless threatened by fire and encroachment by invasive plants .
Spoiler From the picturesque islands of Seychelles in the Indian Ocean, Lodoicea maldivica weighs more than two of my bowling balls! Wow! 38 pounds. You don't want one of these to hit your head on the way down!! They are dioecious, where have I heard that before, thank you Delly. We learn all sorts of good stuff here!! Jerry P.S. Oh yea, common name: Coco de Mer. P.S.S. I wonder if they have squirrels. Godzilla move over!!
I didnt peek at the spoilers, but a coconut is quite large for a seed. I have no idea how much they weigh, as there are several varieties of coconuts. That is the biggest seed that I can think of.
