As the coconut tree basks in the sun, the palm fronds nurture and protect the young manha. As the manha matures, it produces its sweet drink for a hot day in the sun. The strength of the tree trunk supports and guides the manha to produce more fruit. Through the many generations the people of the island have depended on the coconut tree.

The coconut begins its stage with the blossoming of white to pale yellow flowers. As the penka spreads and holds the maturing nuts, the palm branch continues to guide and support its sweetened manha until it is ready to be picked for a delectable drink. The white meat of this young coconut is so delicious for those who hunger for its tasty, smooth, jelly-like texture.

These are the hands that preserve the knowledge of the trongkon niyok as it sustains life, culture, and the beauty for our island. Through the generations, the trongkon niyok replenishes our knowledge of respect and appreciation. The danger of mankind's ambition to progress and develop a standard of living has resulted in people raping our precious trongkon niyok resources.