Licuala ramsayi

Common names

Australian Fan Palm, Wedge-leaflet Fan Palm.

Curiosities

Licuala comes from the Molucco name “leko wala”.  P. Ramsay first collected this palm.

Origin

Australia, North East of Queensland.

Habitat

Marshy areas along streams. Often forming big groups.

Morphology

A single trunk up to 15 m tall, and bright green, large, almost circular leaves up to 2 m in diameter, with a spiny petiole. Beautiful white leaves. Red to orange-red fruits. A palm with an impressive silhouette.

Climate

Subtropical, tropical, very warm temperate.

Germination

Growing

Requires good light, shelter, and regular watering. Avoid soil drying out. Recommended as indoor palm.