12-26-2008, 04:17 AM
The candlenut (kukui) has many commercial uses, and like the macadamia, has high oil extraction valuea... also like the macadamia, the current market value for the oil places a higher value in extraction for non fuel uses (it is a premium oil for cosmetics, soaps & such)
One tidbit of info to remember.... This tree is very connected to the Hawaiian people... you may be surprised at how connected the two are if you are planning a commercial venture...
One tidbit of info to remember.... This tree is very connected to the Hawaiian people... you may be surprised at how connected the two are if you are planning a commercial venture...