Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gjellerupii
ID:
228114

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Webbia 5: 41 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227444

Common Names

  • Licuala gjellerupii
  • Gjellerupii Licuala
  • Gjellerupii Fan Palm

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Description

Licuala gjellerupii (also called Gjellerup's fan palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree in the family Arecaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It grows in lowland rainforests, usually in areas with high humidity and plenty of moisture.

Uses & Benefits

Licuala gjellerupii is an ornamental plant used in landscaping and as an indoor houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Licuala gjellerupii is a small, yellow spathe with a yellow spadix. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Licuala gjellerupii is a tropical palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing species and can reach a height of up to 8 feet (2.4 m). It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is by seeds or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Licuala gjellerupii

Licuala gjellerupii can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Licuala gjellerupii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Licuala gjellerupii?

Licuala gjellerupii

What is the common name of Licuala gjellerupii?

Gjellerup's Fan Palm

Where is Licuala gjellerupii native to?

Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia

Species in the Licuala genus

Licuala acuminata, Licuala acutifida, Licuala ahlidurii, Licuala angustiloba, Licuala anomala, Licuala aruensis, Licuala bacularia, Licuala bayana, Licuala beccariana, Licuala bellatula, Licuala bidentata, Licuala bintulensis, Licuala bissula, Licuala borneensis, Licuala bracteata, Licuala brevicalyx, Licuala cabalionii, Licuala cameronensis, Licuala celebica, Licuala concinna, Licuala cordata, Licuala corneri, Licuala crassiflora, Licuala debilis, Licuala densiflora, Licuala distans, Licuala egregia, Licuala elegans, Licuala ferruginea, Licuala ferruginoides, Licuala flavida, Licuala flexuosa, Licuala fordiana, Licuala fractiflexa, Licuala gjellerupii, Licuala glaberrima, Licuala glabra, Licuala grandiflora, Licuala grandis, Licuala hallieriana, Licuala insignis, Licuala kamarudinii, Licuala kemamanensis, Licuala khoonmengii, Licuala kiahii, Licuala kingiana, Licuala klossii, Licuala kunstleri, Licuala lanata, Licuala lanuginosa,

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

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