Oil palm is a tropical tree native to West Africa, known scientifically as Elaeis guineensis. It produces fruit that is rich in oil, which is extracted for various uses, including cooking, cosmetics, and biofuels. The oil palm tree can grow up to 20 meters tall and typically starts producing fruit after about three years. The cultivation of oil palm has expanded significantly, especially in countries like Indonesia and Malaysia. While it is a valuable crop economically, its growth has raised environmental concerns, including deforestation and habitat loss for wildlife, particularly in tropical rainforests.