European Fan Palm (Chamaerops humilis)
This page features illustrations of the European Fan Palm (Chamaerops humilis) in various formats such as png, svg, and ai. The European Fan Palm, a flowering evergreen tree in the Arecaceae family, is native to continental Europe, particularly southwestern regions like Spain, Portugal, and Italy. Known for its shrub-like appearance, the tree produces shoots with palmate leaves that are triangular in shape, consisting of 10 to 20 leaflets. Its flowers grow densely at the top of the stems, showcasing unique green, blue, or gray leaves with needle-like spines on the petioles. Not in danger of extinction, the European Fan Palm can withstand cold temperatures and forest fires. Additionally, its husks are edible and its leaves can be used to make brooms.