Status:
valid
Authors:
Banka & Barfod
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 73 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000461026
Common Names
- Long-Spadix Licuala
- Long-Spadix Palm
- Long-Spadix Ruffled Fan Palm
Description
Licuala longispadix (also called 'Long-spadix Licuala', among many other common names) is a palm tree native to Southeast Asia. It has large, fan-shaped leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It typically grows in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Licuala longispadix is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. Its leaves are also used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Licuala longispadix is yellow with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Licuala longispadix is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer. It is best to divide the plants every 3-4 years to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Licuala longispadix
Licuala longispadix is native to tropical Asia.
Licuala longispadix FAQ
What is the scientific name of Licuala longispadix?
Licuala longispadix
What is the common name of Licuala longispadix?
Long-spadix Licuala
What is the habitat of Licuala longispadix?
Tropical rainforests
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,
References
Roy Banka: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banka' in the authors string.