Coco de Mer, a highly sought-after and extremely costly natural perfume essence, will at last captivate rare perfume collectors in the United States. Debuting in May with a restricted initial rollout of under 1,000 bottles, and fewer than 50,5803 bottles available worldwide annually, the Coco de Mer Collection presents a rare chance to connect deeply with the unique essence of the Coco de Mer palm, a legendary symbol of the Seychelles that became so treasured it nearly disappeared. A Natural Wonder. The Coco de Mer palm, a living reminder of the Earth’s ancient history, is a stunning illustration of island gigantism that has fascinated people for thousands of years. The Coco de Mer, a rare palm species with only 5,000 trees globally, is solely found in the Seychelles, a beautiful island nation in the Indian Ocean, situated between Kenya, Madagascar, and the Maldives, and has thrived in isolation until recent times. Highlighted by David Attenborough in his documentary The Living Planet, the Coco de Mer (Lodoicea Maldivica) is thought to have existed alongside dinosaurs, with its ancestry tracing back to a time filled with myths and legends. The enormous seeds of the tree, the biggest and heaviest in the plant world, have sparked numerous stories and given the Seychelles a magical ambiance. “We fall in love with the Coco de Mer as we do with a woman,” says Sharon Bonne, creator of the Coco de Mer Collection and a native Seychellois Creole entrepreneur and conservationist. “The Coco de Mer represents more than just a plant; it symbolizes our heritage and serves as a source of awe and inspiration.” We showcase them as natural artwork and symbols of fertility in our homes. The Coco de Mer Palm, which is highly valued and carefully safeguarded in the island’s National Parks, requires 25-50 years to reach maturity and takes 6-10 years to yield its distinctive, fragrant seed.
