Question

Why do we think that the palm tree stands on one leg?

Answer 1

Palm-tree: single-legged giant, 
topping other trees, 
peering at the firmament - 
It longs to pierce the black cloud-ceiling 
and fly away, away, 
if only it had wings. 

Answer 2

Explanation:

Palm tree stands on one leg in the poem written by Rabindranath Tagore “ The Palm Tree” stating in the very first verse “ Single-legged giant” here the poet describes the imagination of the palm tree. It is lost in its imagination and desire to fly. It is topping other trees and wish to pierce the black cloud wanted to fly high if it had wings.