19. Mediterranean Fan Palm
Other common names: European Fan Palm
Scientific name: Chamaerops humilis
Height: 20' , Width: 20'
Evergreen: Yes
Drought tolerant: Yes
Climate Action: No
Native to: Mediterranean region
Fun fact: Husks of the Mediterranean fan palm contain high amounts of tannin, giving them use as an astringent
Evergreen. Native to the Mediterranean region. The only palm native to Europe. Plant develops a clumping form from basal off-shoots. Light green, fan-shaped leaves. Drought tolerant. There are multiple groups of them along the East wall of the South Gym.