What does the cryptic crossword clue "Palm with leaves used to plait (7)" mean?

The definition is "Palm". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of TO + PLAIT = TALIPOT; definition: "Palm" The answer is TALIPOT.

Palm with leaves used to plait (7)

Guardian Cryptic #22323 | 16 Across | 2001-09-25 flower