Borassus flabellifer is the scientific name and like ... To me however, the most fascinating of all is the Palm fruit Roll About or Nungu Vandi as it is called in Tamil Nadu.

CHENNAI: The State tree of Tamil Nadu — Palmyrah (Borassus flabellifer), popularly known ... the kernel inside the hard shell is an edible jelly (nungu) that is refreshing and rich in minerals ...

Tamil Nadu’s state tree, palmyra (Borassus flabellifer) is in dire need of attention. Tamil Nadu’s state tree, palmyra (Borassus flabellifer) is in dire need of attention. But then ...