| Phoenix sylvestris (L.)
Roxb.
Stem unarmed, solitary and stout 10-20 m tall. Leaves-scar tufted throughout the srem; petiole short, compressed with modified leafletsas spines. Male spadix scented, white, branches slender, peduncle compressed; spathe separating into 2 boat shaped valves; flowers many Female spadix short, flowers scattered. Fruit-drupe, orange to reddish brown, with sweet edible flesh. Economic Importance : Its leaves
are used for making mats, baskets, bags, broom & fan making. Its fruit
is considered as remedy for heart diseases, fever, abdominal complaints
and insalinity. Root is useful for cure toothache. Its trunk is used for
domestic cottage and other domestic uses and as fuel.
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