Livistona benthamii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.M.Bailey
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Queensl. Fl. 5: 1683 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230381
Common Names
- Livistona benthamii
- Bentham's Fan Palm
- Bentham's Livistona
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Livistona benthamii (also called Bentham's Fan Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is native to Australia. It is a palm-like plant that grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Livistona benthamii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Livistona benthamii is a small, yellowish-green flower with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Livistona benthamii is a small, evergreen palm native to Australia. It grows up to 4 m (13.1 ft) tall and has fan-shaped leaves. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Livistona benthamii
Livistona benthamii can be found in the forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Myanmar, and Vietnam.
Livistona benthamii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Livistona benthamii?
Livistona benthamii
What is the common name of Livistona benthamii?
Bentham's Fan Palm
What is the natural habitat of Livistona benthamii?
It is native to Southeast Asia, including India, Thailand, and Indonesia
Species in the Livistona genus
Livistona alfredii, Livistona australis, Livistona benthamii, Livistona boninensis, Livistona carinensis, Livistona chinensis, Livistona drudei, Livistona eastonii, Livistona endauensis, Livistona exigua, Livistona fulva, Livistona halongensis, Livistona humilis, Livistona inermis, Livistona jenkinsiana, Livistona lanuginosa, Livistona leichhardtii, Livistona mariae, Livistona muelleri, Livistona nitida, Livistona rigida, Livistona saribus, Livistona speciosa, Livistona tahanensis, Livistona victoriae, Livistona concinna, Livistona decora, Livistona nasmophila,
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-114907: Based on the initial data import
Frederick Manson Bailey (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Bailey' in the authors string.