In some countries local inhabitants use the wood to build their houses, including the floor, and they use the leaves to thatch roofs, make brooms, and weave baskets.
Mõnel maal ehitavad kohalikud elanikud endale selle puidust eluaseme ja valmistavad sellest ka põranda. Palmilehtedest meisterdavad nad katuse, teevad luudasid ning punuvad korve.