Common Names:
Kosi Palm,
Raphia Palm

Distribution & Habitat:
Their natural distribution is a small area stretching from a few kilometres south of Kosi Bay to about 40 km north of Maputo

Description:
Their most noticeable feature is their immensely long, stiffly upright leaves up to 18m long.

General:
They provide the home, and food for the palm nut vulture

Culture:
Likes full sun, and bad drainage. Given these conditions, they are very fast growing, one of the fastest of all palms.