Licuala ruthiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Saw
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Sandakania 10: 41 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227539
Common Names
- Ruth's Fan Palm
- Licuala ruthiae
- Ruth Licuala
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Licuala ruthiae (also called Ruth's fan palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree in the family Arecaceae. It is a slow growing, solitary palm with a slender trunk and a crown of up to 10 large, undivided, fan-shaped leaves. It is native to Indonesia, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Licuala ruthiae is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and as a houseplant. Its large, fan-shaped leaves provide a unique texture and look to any garden. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Licuala ruthiae has small, white flowers that grow in clusters and have a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Licuala ruthiae is a tropical palm native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen, solitary species that grows in moist, shady forests. It prefers warm temperatures and high humidity. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be grown in a well-draining, humus-rich soil and watered regularly. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season. It should be protected from direct sunlight and temperatures below 55°F (13°C).
Where to Find Licuala ruthiae
Licuala ruthiae is native to the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo. It can be found in tropical rainforests, lowland swamps, and mangroves.
Licuala ruthiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Licuala ruthiae?
Licuala ruthiae
What is the common name of Licuala ruthiae?
Ruth's Palm
What is the natural habitat of Licuala ruthiae?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-112255: Based on the initial data import
Leng Guan Saw (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saw' in the authors string.