Wallichia disticha is a rare and ornamental palm native to the subtropical forests of the eastern Himalayas. Unlike most palms, it features a unique distichous leaf arrangement — meaning its large, feathery fronds grow in two opposite rows on a single plane, creating a flat, fan-like silhouette that stands out in any landscape.

This medium-sized palm grows as a solitary trunk up to 3–5 meters tall and produces silvery-green to bluish foliage with a graceful arching form. As a monocarpic species, it flowers only once before dying, but it takes many years to reach that stage. Its inflorescences are impressive, emerging from the top of the trunk with creamy-white flowers followed by small red fruits.

Ideal for collectors and exotic plant enthusiasts, Wallichia disticha prefers a warm, humid climate with partial shade and well-draining soil. It can tolerate light frosts and grows well in tropical and subtropical gardens, or in a greenhouse in cooler regions. Its unusual structure and rarity make it a prized addition to any botanical collection.