Zombi palm
Zombia antillarum
Range: Hispaniola
The zombi palm is only found in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Its stems are covered with conspicuous spiny leaf sheaths that have an unusual, woven appearance. Forming clusters of stems, the zombi palm is often planted as a screening hedge. It is highly ornamental and grows well in South Florida with little care. It can tolerate poor soil and periods of drought.