A genus of small palm trees native to Mediterranean regions, commonly called European fan palm or dwarf fan palm, characterized by low-growing, bushy habit.
From Greek 'chamae' (low, dwarf) and 'rhops' (bush). These palms were among the first plants to receive scientific names during the early period of botanical classification.
Chamaerops humilis is the only palm species native to continental Europe, thriving in dry Mediterranean scrubland, and it's been used for centuries to weave baskets and household items.
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