Verschaffeltia splendida

Common Names:
Seychelles Stilt Palm,
Latanier Latte

Habitat:
Slopes and gorges on the Seychelles Islands.

Description:
One of the most spectacular palms around, which has the big three that palm collectors look for; entire leaves, (at least in young plants), a spiny trunk, and to top it all off, well developed stilt roots.