Parameter a palm used for various purposes; the midrib of the leaf is employed for the poles in making palanquins; the fiber from the young leaves is used as string, for which purpose it is exported under the name of raphia grass; from the stem a sweet liquid called is obtained, which is drunk by the natives; the shell of the fruit is employed as a receptable for small articles [08cd8079b5204bd4b92070afea1bca6a]