What is the meaning of the word "cabbage palm"?
The cabbage palm is a distinctive and iconic tree of the southeastern United States, valued for its ecological importance, cultural significance, and ornamental beauty.
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Named for its edible terminal buds, which taste like cabbage and can be eaten raw or cooked. NOUN
- Some species of cabbage palm produce edible fruits that can be used in cooking.
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Refers to a species of palm trees known as Sabal Palmetto, which is native to the southeastern United States, paricularly the coastal regions of Florida and South Carolina. NOUN
- Cabbage palms are often seen lining the streets of coastal towns and cities.
- In Florida, the cabbage palm is the state tree and is featured on the state seal.