Livistona decora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(W.Bull) Dowe
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 6: 979 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796528
Common Names
- Livistona decora
- Decora Livistona
- Livistona
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Livistona decora (also called Decorative Livistona, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It is a small tree with green, fan-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Livistona decora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Livistona decora is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black seed with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Livistona decora is a small palm, usually growing up to 3-6 m tall. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or air-layering.
Where to Find Livistona decora
Livistona decora is native to Australia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in Queensland and New South Wales.
Livistona decora FAQ
What is the common name of Livistona decora?
Weeping Cabbage Palm
What is the natural habitat of Livistona decora?
Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia
What is the optimal soil type for Livistona decora?
Well-drained, moist soil
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-335062: Based on the initial data import
William Bull (1828-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Bull' in the authors string.
John Leslie Dowe (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dowe' in the authors string.