Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
228218

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Malesia 3: 88 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000227548

Common Names

  • Spicate Fan Palm
  • Licuala spicata
  • Spicate Licuala

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Description

Licuala spicata (also called Palas palm, Ruffled fan palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm tree in the family Arecaceae. It is native to Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It is a small to medium-sized palm that grows up to 4-6 m tall. It is found in lowland rainforest, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Licuala spicata is a popular ornamental plant in tropical gardens and is used as a houseplant in temperate climates. It is also used in traditional medicine and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Licuala spicata has small, yellow 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Licuala spicata 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 spicata

Licuala spicata is native to the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, and Borneo. It can be found in tropical rainforests, lowland swamps, and mangroves.

Licuala spicata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Licuala spicata?

Licuala spicata is native to lowland rainforests in Peninsular Malaysia.

What is the size of Licuala spicata?

Licuala spicata is a small to medium-sized palm, growing up to 8 m tall.

What is the leaf shape of Licuala spicata?

The leaves of Licuala spicata are fan-shaped, with up to 60 leaflets.

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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