Cuban royal palm

Roystonea regia (Kunth) O.F.Cook is a member of the Arecaceae family and is native to regions including Mexico, the Caribbean, Florida, and parts of Central America. It is a tall palm, reaching heights of 15–24 m (50–80 ft). The species has been widely planted in tropical and subtropical climates as an ornamental tree. It is known by several common names, including Cuban royal palm and Florida royal palm. Historically, populations in Cuba and Florida were regarded as distinct species, but are now classified as one. The species has a broad distribution, including locations such as Colombia, Spain, India, Brazil, Ecuador, and Hawaii. The name R. regia is the accepted and conserved scientific name for this palm.