Livistona jenkinsiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griff.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 5: 334 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230418
Common Names
- Jenkins' Fan Palm
- Jenkins Palm
- Livistona jenkinsiana
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- Livistona moluccana Schaedtler [valid]
Description
Livistona jenkinsiana (also called Jenkins' Cabbage Palm, among many other common names) is a species of fan palm native to Australia. It is a medium-sized palm, growing up to 10 m tall, with a single trunk and a crown of long, glossy leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions in open woodlands, grasslands, and along watercourses.
Uses & Benefits
Livistona jenkinsiana 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
Livistona jenkinsiana has small, yellowish-white flowers and small, black berries. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are thin and fragile.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Livistona jenkinsiana is a slow-growing palm that is best propagated from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Livistona jenkinsiana
Livistona jenkinsiana can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Livistona jenkinsiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Livistona jenkinsiana?
Livistona jenkinsiana
What is the common name of Livistona jenkinsiana?
Jenkinsiana
What is the natural habitat of Livistona jenkinsiana?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia.
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-114941: Based on the initial data import
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.