Khajur (Date palm) is an edible fruit cultivated for its nutritional benefits and useful medicinal properties. The fruit is oval, cylindrical or oblong depending upon its variety and is commonly known as Date. The Date palm is highly prized as an ornamental tree.How do you use palm dates? Dates from a date palm can be used in a variety of recipes, including desserts, smoothies, salads, and savory dishes. They can be stuffed with nuts or cheese, blended into a sweet paste for baking, or chopped and added to oatmeal or yogurt for a nutritious breakfast.