Thika nut, approximately 6-12cm in size | Raphia farinifera | palm fruit | African ornament
The Raphia farinifera, from which this Stargazer Exotics Thika nut originates, is a tropical African palm found at altitudes ranging from 50 to 1000 meters. This palm tree is indigenous not only to Kenya but also to numerous other countries, including Madagascar, Tanzania, Zambia, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Gambia, and Ghana.
Raphia farinifera typically blooms when the palm reaches about 20 to 25 years of age, and it takes an additional 5 to 6 years from flowering to produce ripe fruit, with all the fruit ripening simultaneously. The fruit is elongated to oval-shaped, measuring 5 to 12 centimeters in length, and is adorned with intricately woven, shiny, golden-brown scales.
Traditionally, remedies made from the palm tree's root are employed to address toothaches. Fiber from the leaves is used to alleviate indigestion, while the fermented juice of the flowers serves as a natural laxative. The pulp is also employed in traditional medicine, where it is boiled and used to treat dysentery.
The Stargazer Exotics Thika nut is perfect for inclusion in boho-inspired decorations, such as floral arrangements or wreaths. This exotic dried fruit can be combined with other fruits, as well as dried flowers, leaves, moss, decorative feathers, and natural fiber ribbons or ropes. This African ornament is a genuine, unaltered Thika nut from Stargazer Exotics. Scientifically known as Raphia farinifera, the palm fruit is individually delivered and measures between 6 and 12 centimeters in size. Stargazer Exotics sources this raffia fruit from Africa, importing it from Kenya. The Stargazer Exotics Thika nut boasts a captivating brown-red shell, and some of the Thika nuts still retain their turnable Thika nut seeds. The drying process for Stargazer Exotics' Raphia farinifera is intricate, and the fruit remains in its natural state, having not been subjected to dyeing, bleaching, varnishing, or any other chemical treatment. When handled with care, this African dried fruit has a remarkably long shelf life.
This natural Stargazer Exotics Thika nut can serve a multitude of decorative purposes, as well as crafting and other creative endeavors. It can be seamlessly integrated into boho-style floral arrangements, complementing dried flowers, leaves, grains, grasses, moss, feathers, and more. Additionally, it is suitable for use in table decorations, scattering and filling materials for items such as bowls, trays, and vases, as well as crafts. The Thika nut can also be incorporated into Advent and Christmas decorations, as well as various other seasonal and themed ornamentations, including African-inspired decor. This raffia fruit can even be employed as a decorative element in terrariums, garages, and aviaries.
Comes from Raffia farinifera
