Borassus akeassii

Borassus akeassii or African Fan Palm is an evergreen, single-stemmed palm up to 15 m high and 40 to 50 cm in diameter. The roots of this species are used as a mouthwash and as treatment for stomach parasites, asthma, and sore throat. The plant produces a sap that is fermented into wine. The fruit is eaten fresh or dried. Young seedlings and the terminal bud of the palm are consumed as vegetable. The leaves have various uses and the wood produces high quality timber that is resistant to termites and fungi.
Other Names: Ake Assi's, Palmyra Palm

Borassus akeassii is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m by 5 m at a slow rate.
It is hardy to zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Insects.
It is noted for attracting wildlife.
Suitable for: light , medium and heavy soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic soils and can grow in very acid and very alkaline soils.
It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

It is found in areas with a mean annual rainfall in the range 800 - 1,100mm. Requires a sunny position and a well-drained soil. Plants are able to extract nutrients, and thus grow, on very nutrient-poor soils. Established plants are drought tolerant. Established plants can resist fires. A slow-growing but long lived tree to over 100 years old. It does not start flowering until middle-aged. A dioecious species, both male and female forms need to be grown if fruit and seed are required