Acanthophoenix crinita

Synonymy: Unknown Distribution: Mauritius
Common names: Unknown Conservation status: Endangered

Another rare palm from Mauritius with a spiny stem, in serious danger of extinction because of 
the collection of 'palm cabbage'. Very much a collector's item, and rarely offered for sale.

Photo courtesy and copyright © 2001, Gary Le Vine.

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