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palm
Scientific Name: Acoelorraphe
Family: Arecaceae
Category: Monocot
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General Information About "Palm"
Based on the provided text, the term "Palm" or "Palms" can refer to several different things. This includes:
- The central region of the front of the hand.
- Palm (PDA), a personal digital assistant.
- Palm OS, a mobile operating system.
- Arecaceae, a botanical family of perennial lianas, shrubs, and trees commonly known as palm trees.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature (Arecaceae Family)
- Scientific Name: Arecaceae
- Common Name: Palm trees
- Taxonomic Rank: Family
- This botanical family includes perennial lianas, shrubs, and trees.
Ecological Role of Palm Oil
The text mentions the potential for tropical forests to be lost due to the expansion of the palm oil industry. Greenpeace France warns that millions of hectares of south-east Asia forests have been razed for palm oil production.
Distribution and Habitat
- The European Palm Society champions the growing of palms and other exotic plants in Europe and other temperate areas.
- The growth of equatorial Africa's palm oil industry is mentioned.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Mentioned tropical forests being cut down for palm oil production in southeast Asia.
Quirky Facts
- A study suggests the chances of having a heart attack, stroke, or dying young may be hidden in the palm of the hand.
Further Information
- The Sustainable Palm Oil Transparency Toolkit (SPOTT) provides practical tools and information for stakeholders in the supply chain.
- The European Palm Society has discussion forums for topics related to palms and other exotic plants.