NIPAH BROOM STICK

From Indonesia To The World

THE SOUL OF NIPAH BROOM STICK

Nipah Palm (Nypa fruticans) in as unique mangrove palm that grows abundantly  in riverbanks and mangrove swamps in some district of Indonesia. It grows from the ground with long feathery leaves (up to 9 meters) and produces large clusters of fruits. It is one of the oldest known palms on Earth, with fossils dating back over 70 million years.

Along the quiet rivers and mangrove shores of Indonesia, the Nipah Palm has stood for centuries a living witness of tradition and resilience. Its broad leaves shelter homes, its sturdy fibers become brooms and basket, its fruit sweetens village delicacies. For farmers and craftsmen, nipah is more than a plant, it is a gift of nature, woven into daily life and cultural heritage.

Yes, the nipah palm is very much like the coconut tree in that nearly every part of it can be used. From leaves (stripped fivers become broomstick), leaf stalk and midribs, Fruits, Sap and roots, its important for mangrove ecosystems, preventing erosion and providing habitats for fish and crabs.

From humble villages to global markets, nipah carries with it the story of people and place of hands that harvest with care, of communities sustained and of tradition that now we transform versatile palm into modern, eco-concious products, connecting Indonesia’s tradition to global markets.