It has feathery leaves 4-6 meters long, which are clustered in a crown at the top of the trunk. They consist of segments called leaflets, which can be flexible, allowing them to move in the wind.
The palm’s trunk, called the log, is one of the most distinctive features. It is tall, cylindrical, and covered with the remains of fallen leaves, forming distinctive rings. Its root system is superficial, which allows it to draw water from the soil surface.
The palm flowers form inflorescences and are sessile - some plants have male flowers, others have females. Female inflorescences develop into fruiting bodies, which develop into large fruits-coconuts.
