Kokum (Garcinia indica), also known as Malabar tamarind, is a tropical fruit-bearing tree native to the Western Ghats region of India. The tree is valued for its fruit, which is a rich source of medicinal and culinary properties. One of the key components of the kokum fruit is its seed, which is extracted for its oil. Kokam seed cultivation has gained popularity due to the increasing demand for kokum oil in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food processing.