Coccothrinax argentea is a palm which is endemic to Hispaniola.

[2] This species is frequently confused with Coccothrinax argentata.

[3] Like other Coccothrinax species, C. argentea is a fan palm.

[4] It is also used medicinally by traditional healers to treat uterine fibroids and hot flashes.

[5] Common names include: Hispaniola silver thatch palm,[3] Cana,[5] Guano, Latanye marron, Latanye savanne,[6] Broom palm, Hispaniolan silver palm, Silver thatch palm, Palmera plateada de La Hispaniola, Guanito, Guano de escoba.