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In the News (Thu 24 Dec 09)

  
  Tung Oil Tree Photos
Hawaiians also extracted the oil for many other uses: to shine and waterproof wooden bowls, to mix with charcoal to make fl canoe paint, to burn as torches, and to burn in stone lamps for light.
n the Hawaiian Islands candlenuts are known as "kukui nuts" and are polished and made into shiny dark brown or fl bracelets and leis.
Candlenut seeds occasionally drift ashore on islands of the Caribbean and are known locally as "Jamaican walnuts" because of their superficial resemblance to an unshelled walnut.
waynesword.palomar.edu /tungoil1.htm   (1142 words)

  
 Candlenut
Large brown fruit with little pulp and a thick rind that encloses one or two very large seeds, the candlenuts.
Candlenut trees are somewhat hardy and will survive temperatures to 25-28F.
Candlenut's need little in any care after they are established.
www.tradewindsfruit.com /candlenut.htm   (156 words)

  
 ANCIENT POLYNESIANS KNEW SECRETS OF HEALTHY SKIN - October 25, 2005
Candlenut oil contains essential fatty acids (linoleic and linolenic acids) that are vital to healthy skin metabolism, provides light moisture and gently lift debris from delicate, dry skin.
The precious oil from the candlenut (57-80 percent) has also been reported to contain vitamins A, E and F that are good for skin health and for healing wounds.
In Tonga, the meat of the candlenut is chewed together with fragrant flowers until it is soft and then it is applied to the skin in a slow, rubbing motion.
archives.pireport.org /archive/2005/October/10-25-ft.htm   (978 words)

  
 Hawaii State Tree Kukui Tree Aleurites moluccana
The kukui tree is also referred to as the candlenut tree as documented in the statute.
In addition, Aleurites moluccana is also known as the Indian or Belgium walnut, the candlenut oil tree, the candleberry tree and the varnish tree.
The kukui tree, also known as the candlenut tree (Aleurites moluccana), is adopted, established, and designated as the official tree of the State, to be effective so long as the legislature of the State does not otherwise provide.
www.netstate.com /states/symb/trees/hi_kukui_tree.htm   (560 words)

  
 Kukui: Other Uses: Ethnobotany: Ahupua'a: Asia-Pacific Digital Library
Some examples of Hawaiian proverbs about kukui: "The gum sticks to the candlenut tree" refers to a parasite or to a child clinging to his mother.
A Tahitian mother said to her son: "The seed was sown.
It spread out and budded again and joined line on line, Like the candlenut strung on one stem.
apdl.kcc.hawaii.edu /~ahupuaa/botany/other/kukui.htm   (630 words)

  
 The Bead Site | The Wonderful Kukui Tree
The Kukui or Candlenut tree (Aleurites moluccana L.) is the state tree of Hawai'i and the symbol of the `Aha Kupuna, the Council of Elders of the Nation of Hawai`i.
Native to Southeast Asia, it was apparently brought to the islands by early Polynesian settlers.
The Hawai'ian proverb "The gum sticks to the candlenut tree" refers to a parasite or a child clinging to its mother.
www.thebeadsite.com /PLAKUKUI.htm   (629 words)

  
 MAY TREAT   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
These whitish crowns belonged to the Rochingham Candlenut Tree and were caused by the whitish new leaves and white flowers that were appearing as the mature fruit was beginning to fall.
When seeds of Rockingham Candlenut are eaten fresh, they are the quickest thing for sending one to the toilet and may make some people perform at both ends.
The Tree: The Rockingham Candlenut is recognised by its light crown and distinctive heart-shaped leaves which may be quite large in the juvenile stages.
www.treat.net.au /WebNsMay.htm   (2341 words)

  
 Aleurites moluccana
Candlenut oil tree, Candleberry, Varnish tree, Indian or Belgaum walnut
Kernels when roasted and cooked are considered edible; may be strung as candlenuts.
Candlenut trees thrive in moist tropical regions, up to 1,200 m altitude.
www.hort.purdue.edu /newcrop/duke_energy/Aleurites_moluccana.html   (684 words)

  
 CANDLENUT - Definition
[n] seed of candlenut tree; source of soil used in varnishes
The fruit of a euphorbiaceous tree or shrub ({Aleurites moluccana}), native of some of the Pacific islands.
The oil from the nut ({candlenut, or kekune}, {oil}) has many uses.
www.hyperdictionary.com /dictionary/candlenut   (85 words)

  
 Filatelic.com - Malaysia / Malaysian Medicinal Plants - 2004
Efforts have been made to stucy in depth and document the use of herbs in this country.
Amongst herbs given emphasis are Tongkat Ali, Kacip Fatimah, Mas Cotek, Kerdas and Candlenut (Buah Keras).
Buah Keras or candlenut is native to Malaysia but now is distributed throughout the tropics.
www.filatelic.com /00-05/medicalp04.html   (864 words)

  
 Castor Bean Plant
he candlenut is also known as the kukui nut in Hawaii, and the large seeds are polished and strung into beautiful necklaces and bracelets.
The fruit and seeds of candlenut (Aleurites molucanna).
In the Hawaiian Islands, the large seeds are polished and made into beautiful kukui nut necklaces and bracelets.
waynesword.palomar.edu /plmar99.htm   (5282 words)

  
 Hawaiian Medicinal Plants   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The Polynesians who first came to Hawaii brought seeds of this plant with them.
The nut has many uses -- for candles and lamp oil; this is the reason for its name, both in English (candlenut) and Hawaiian (kukui, which means light); for leis; and for a relish (`inamona).
The Hawaiians also used the nut for medicine, the raw meat (kernel) was used in bad cases of constipation as a purgative.
library.kcc.hawaii.edu /~soma/krauss/kukui.html   (208 words)

  
 Recipe: String Beans in Thick Candlenut Sauce (Terik Buncis)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Put the shrimp paste, if desired, shallots, candlenuts or macadamia nuts, chile, and garlic into a blender.
Remove the paste to a small bowl and add the coriander and cumin.
Taste, and add salt, if necessary, and continue cooking until the beans are well cooked.
www.recipehound.com /Recipes/4033.html   (128 words)

  
 Hawaiian Paradise Gallery - www.hawaiianparadisegallery.com -
Tourists will be quick to recognize the leis made from the nut of this tree.
It is called candlenut tree because the nut is so high in oil it was set on fire and used like a candle by Hawaiian natives.
A relative of the more common Norfolk Pine, Cook pine can usually be differentiated by examining the center of the tree and the location of the limbs.
www.hawaiianparadisegallery.com /woods.asp   (1509 words)

  
 trunkt juara skin care candlenut body polish - spa & wellness, juara   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
This elegant polish refines and softens skin in one single application.
Natural shell grains gently lift off dead surface cells and dulling debris to reveal more radiant skin, priming it for better absorption of the softening and hydrating power of candlenut oil.
Combining the power of active botanicals with the latest innovation in skincare, their line delivers original formulations of the highest quality that are both effective and elegant.
www.shoptrunkt.com /public.showprod.cfm/productid/469   (105 words)

  
 Cook's Thesaurus: Nuts
candlenut = candle nut = kemiri = country walnut = buah keras Notes: Candlenuts must be cooked before eating, since they're highly toxic when raw.
Ground candlenuts are often used to thicken Malaysian and Indonesian curries.
Substitutes: macadamia nuts (a close substitute) OR Brazil nuts (These are three times as large as candlenuts, so use fewer.) OR raw cashews (Substitute two cashews for every candlenut.) OR blanched almonds (Substitute two almonds for every candlenut.)
www.foodsubs.com /Nuts.html   (2574 words)

  
 Kukui Tree   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The use that gave it the name of "candlenut tree" was to string the husked nuts up a palm frond rib.
Then they would be lit from top to bottom (often the duty of the children) to give light into the night.
Inner bark: Yields a dark red dye used for tapa and fishnets; tannin in the dye strengthens nets and preserves them.
www.nfobase.com /html/kukui_tree.html   (834 words)

  
 Picture and details of ALEURITES moluccana "Candlenut" Seeds and Bulbs - Tropical Plant Seed
Picture and details of ALEURITES moluccana "Candlenut" Seeds and Bulbs - Tropical Plant Seed
How to grow ALEURITES moluccana "Candlenut" instructions coming soon!
And ALEURITES moluccana "Candlenut" growing tips coming soon!
www.banana-tree.com /Product_Detail~category~0~Product_ID~304.cfm   (68 words)

  
 MEANINGS & LEGENDS OF FLOWERS - C   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The candlenut tree is native to Polynesia and South Seas Islands, Malaysia, the Malay Peninsula, and the Philippines.
It can be found in the Gulf Coast of the United States.
The candlenut tree, was adopted as Hawaii's state tree on May 1, 1959.
www.angelfire.com /journal2/flowers/c.html   (3987 words)

  
 BFG Tour Services - MT. SALAK HIKE
The journey will start from Pasir Reungit camping ground at Bogor and ended at Cidahu candlenut forest (Sukabumi).
02.30 PM Hike is ended at Cidahu candlenut forest (Sukabumi).
The guests will take a rest for a while before continuing walking to Post 2 for 'angkot' public transportation to get Cicurug village at Sukabumi.
bogorfreeguide.tripod.com /tour-hike.html   (229 words)

  
 Order Tropical Fruit Seeds
The hard candlenuts are used for numerous purposes from extraction of their oils to pieces of jewelry.
Nut bearing tree related to the famous Candlenut.
This species produces an edible nut as well as being the source for lumbang oil.
www.tradewindsfruit.com /order.htm   (3218 words)

  
 Tanjung Rhu Resort, Langkawi, Malaysia
Exfoliate the dead dried cells on your feet leaving them feeling soft and supple.
Candlenut Foot Scrub ; Foot Massage/Reflexology ; Foot Wrap ; Foot Moisturization
Aromatherapy massage ; Candlenut Body Scrub ; Yogurt Body Wrap ; Tropical Floral Bath ; Moisturizing
www.langkawi-resorts.com /tanjung/spa.htm   (745 words)

  
 Getting your Essential Fatty Acids - Turning theory into practice
Seeds and their content of LA by weight include: safflower 44.6%, sunflower 30.7%, walnut 30.6%, sesame 22.1%, hemp 21%, grape 14.2%, peanut 13.8%, evening primrose 13.7%, chia 12.0%, kukui or candlenut 12.0%, canola 9.0% soybean 8.9%, wheat germ 5.5%, flax 4.9%, rice bran 3.5%, corn 2.4%, and olive 1.6%.
Also remember that a hybrid sunflower has been developed which is high in Oleic Acid and low in LA. Be sure you get the right kind.top of sunflower seed.
Seeds and their content of Alpha-Linolenic Acid by weight include: flax 20.3%, chia 9.0%, kukui or candlenut 9.0%, hemp 7.0%, pumpkin 0-7.0%, walnut 3.0%, soybean 1.2%, and wheat germ 0.6%.
www.waltonfeed.com /omega/get.html   (1071 words)

  
 MSN Encarta - Dictionary - candlenut
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tropical tree: a tropical tree of the spurge family that bears candlenuts.
encarta.msn.com /dictionary_1861594443/candlenut.html   (75 words)

  
 Hawaii's State Tree, the Kukui (Geobopological Survey)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
he kukui, or candlenut tree, was adopted as Hawaii’s state tree on May 1, 1959.
The seeds were strung up on coconut or palm leaf midribs and used as candles.
This may be how it got the name “candlenut tree.”;
www.geobop.com /world/NA/US/HI/Tree.htm   (323 words)

  
 Recipe: String Beans in Thick Candlenut Sauce Terik Buncis
String Beans in Thick Candlenut Sauce Terik Buncis Servings Prep.
Time Cooking Time Calories % from Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol 4 N A N A Ingredients: 1-1 2 inch slice shrimp paste optional 4 shallots 4 candlenuts or raw macadamia nuts 1 large red chile, seeded, or 1 2 teaspoon cayenne 2 cloves garlic...
Recipe: String Beans in Thick Candlenut Sauce Terik Buncis - String Beans in Thick Candlenut Sauce Terik Buncis Servings Prep.
www.thaipro.com /z1033a/361_thailand.html   (399 words)

  
 Hawaii Archives by Chris Abraham   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The humble kukui nut, also known as the candlenut, was originally used for its oil, which one can burn for light.
The anclient Hawaiians used kukui nut oil as lamp fuel.
Native to Southeast Asia, it was apparently brought to the islands by early Polynesian settlers." Via The Wonderful Kukui Tree.
www.chrisabraham.com /hawaii   (545 words)

  
 Coffee, Tea, or...Exfoliation?
Your coffee is served with more than just cream at The Orchid at Mauna Lani's Spa Without Walls.
Utilizing the islands vast resources—vanilla, coffee, kukui (candlenut) to name a few—an innovative body treatment called Hawaii's Big Island Vanilla Coffee Exfoliation reawakens the spirit, softens the skin, and gently exfoliates.
The exfoliation recipe is a product of Warren Botanicals, Inc.; a company specializing in locally manufactured spa products.
www.travellady.com /Issues/Issue56/coffee.htm   (279 words)

  
 CANDLENUT BOOKS - ABOUT US Page   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Catnip and kerosene grass : what plants teach us about life / by Gina Mohammed ;
The company was named for the Candlenut Tree, also known as the kukui — the official state tree of Hawaii — read about it in the book!
Candlenut Books is owned and operated by Dan Pernokis and Gina Mohammed.
www.candlenutbooks.com /CB_AboutUs.htm   (416 words)

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