Coccothrinax cupularis

Coccothrinax cupularis is a solitary Cuban fan palm with deeply divided leaves whose undersides appear silver. It is an accepted species native to southern Cuba, where it occurs in open forest. ## Form and siting The [PACSOA profile](https://pacsoa.org.au/wiki/index.php/Coccothrinax_cupularis) describes a medium-sized palm with strongly segmented, silvery-backed fronds. Kew's [Plants of the World Online](https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:62360-2) accepts Coccothrinax cupularis and lists C. miraguama subsp. cupularis as a synonym; the live species name is therefore retained. PACSOA recommends a sunny position with moisture and good drainage. Its open-forest origin suits a specimen planting where the fan crown can be seen from below. ## Seasonal interest The divided leaves and silver undersides supply the main ornamental contrast. The consulted species sources do not establish a dependable garden flowering season or mature-size range, so this profile focuses on its supported form and site needs. ## Maintenance Keep young plants evenly watered while allowing excess water to drain freely. Avoid prolonged waterlogging, and remove only fully dead leaves so the palm can retain a healthy crown.