The decline in palm trees is part of a larger trend in L.A.’s treescape. The city imported its palm trees from all over the world, since only one species, the California fan palm, is native to the state. Palm trees dominate frontyards on Figueroa Street in this photo from 1890. Hollywood sealed the deal as movies turned the palm tree into an internationally recognized symbol of Los Angeles. "Hollywood creates this connection between palm trees, celebrities, glamour, sex and extravagant riches," Farmer said.

Source: Los Angeles Times September 22, 2017 18:11 UTC