Palmyra Palm (Tala)

The palmyra palm is a tall, sturdy fan palm growing up to thirty metres, with large fan-shaped leaves and large fruits containing soft, sweet kernels. It grows in dry regions of South and Southeast Asia, especially Tamil Nadu and Kerala.

In Ayurveda it is known as Tala. Its fruit, sap and root have traditionally been used in cooling and nourishing preparations for general wellness, and its leaves were once used for writing.