Livistona nitida

This plant's common name is a result of its origin- found in the Carnarvon Gorge of Queensland, Australia. This palm is the fastest growing of its genus, reaching heights around 50' overall in optimal habitat. It is also the most cold hardy of the genus, having been cultivated in parts of Georgia where it has been noted to withstand several days of snow coverage throughout the winter months, with minimal damage visible in the spring. It is solitary, palmate and prefers regular watering.