Dwarf palmetto (Sabal minor) is a related, smaller palm up to 9 feet tall, found primarily as an understory plant in native coastal plain forests in areas that occasionally flood.

IT IS MADE, ROPE AND ALL, OF THE PALMETTO LEAVES. IT IS USEABLE TO MAKE ROPE OF ANY SIZE OR USE. SENT TO THE HONORABLE RICHARD RUSH." Record Last Modified 12 Nov 2022 Specimen Count 1 Culture Not ...

In ancient Greece, palm branches were a symbol of Nike, the goddess of victory. Ancient Roman culture regarded palm leaves and branches as symbols of triumph. Related: Alleluia!

It’s Palm Sunday, the beginning of the Christian Holy Week, leading up to the celebration of Easter next Sunday, April 20. Millions of Christians worldwide carry palm leaves in processions today ...