27.
Modulus of Elasticity.
Modulus of Rupture.
Remarks.
Scrubbing-brush "bristles" are made in considerable quantities in Florida from the sheath of young leaves. The inner part of young plants is edible. It is said (N. Y. Evening Post, April 20, 1901) that paper is being manufactured from the leaves of the Palmetto. [p187]
Washington Palm. Fanleaf Palm. Washingtonia filifera Wendl. Neowashingtonia filamentosa Wendl.
Nomenclature. (Sudworth.)
Fanleaf Palm, Washington Palm, Desert Palm (Cal.).
California Fan Palm, Arizona Palm, Wild Date (Cal.).
Locality.