Livistona leichhardtii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 8: 221 (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230423
Common Names
- Leichhardt's Fan Palm
- Leichhardt Palm
- Livistona leichhardtii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Livistona leichhardtii (also called Leichhardt's 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 leichhardtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its foliage, which can be used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Livistona leichhardtii 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 leichhardtii 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 leichhardtii
Livistona leichhardtii can be found in the Northern Territory of Australia.
Livistona leichhardtii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Livistona leichhardtii?
Livistona leichhardtii
What is the common name of Livistona leichhardtii?
Leichhardtii
What is the natural habitat of Livistona leichhardtii?
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-114946: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.