Palms are widely distributed around the globe. The leaves are called “fronds” which can be quite large and compound in structure. They are vibrant evergreens in their indigenous zones. Most of the time, palms grow in tropical or subtropical environments. Today, we know of about 2,600 species of palms. Palms can grow and spread in a variety of ways – as trees, shrubs, climbers.

The botanical name for the family of palms is Aracaceae, in the order Aracales. In this ultimate guide, we will explore the origins and history of palm trees, detail a number of species and varieties, and recommend ways to best take care of these luscious plants in your home or garden – even if you live far away from the equator. The world of palm trees is as dense and alive as the forests in which these flowering shrubs and trees can be found growing. Even if you’ve never been to a tropical region of the planet, chances are you can envision their swaying green fronds with relative ease. Along the beach, in the humid warmth of a dense forest, swaying in a vivid hammock daydream – palms are an evocative and distinct family of plants.

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