Plant Id : 52

Plant Name : Queen Palm

Scientific Name : Syagrus romanzoffiana

Family Name : Arecaceae

Location : Science Block Lawn

Properties : It is very popular as an ornamental tree and much used in urban landscaping.The palm is often cut down in Brazil to use the leaves and inflorescences to provide animal (cattle) fodder, especially in times of drought.The leaves are similarly used in Argentina.Its fruits are edible and sometimes eaten.