Because of the mild climate, Torbay palm trees are a common sight along the coast. However, these are in fact not palms but Cordyline australis, originating from New Zealand where it is known as "cabbage tree". These trees also flourish elsewhere in the UK. It is suggested that the popularity of cabbage trees in Torbay is attributable to their first being introduced to the UK in that region.
Because of the mild climate, Torbay palm trees are a common sight along the coast. However these are in fact not palms but Cordyline australis, originating from New Zealand where it is known as "cabbage tree". These trees also flourish elsewhere in t,he UK. It is suggested that the popularity of cabbage trees in Torbay is attributable to their first being introduced to the UK in that region.