Yemassee in Jasper County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Cabbage Palmetto
Sabal Palmetto
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South Carolina's state tree, the Sabal Palmetto, thrives in sandy soils and coastal regions. This hardy palm can grow up to 65 feet tall and withstand both hurricane-force winds and brief periods of freezing temperatures, thanks to its flexible trunk and sturdy fan-shaped fronds. Native Americans and early settlers used nearly every part of this versatile treefrom its edible palm hart and berries to its leaves for weaving baskets and building shelters. The Sabal Palmetto continues to play a vital role in coastal ecosystems, providing nesting sites for birds and bats.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Horticulture & Forestry • Indigenous Peoples and Communities • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 32° 37.911′ N, 80° 52.348′ W. Marker is in Yemassee, South Carolina, in Jasper County. It is on Low Country Lane south of Kings Highway (U.S. 17), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Low Country Ln, Yemassee SC 29945, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Lowcountry. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Deep South. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: This is Jim Wescott's Wishing Well (a few steps from this marker); Live Oak (a few steps from this marker); The Lowcountry (within shouting distance of
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Other markers no longer nearby. "The Frampton Line" (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been replaced with another marker now near it); Southern Live Oak Tree (was within shouting distance of this marker but has been replaced with another marker now near it).
Credits. This page was last revised on May 31, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 31, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 31, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
