Livistona speciosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kurz
Source:
wcs
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 43: 204 (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000230454
Common Names
- Livistona speciosa
- Showy Fan Palm
- Showy Livistona
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Livistona speciosa (also called Spectacular Fan Palm, among many other common names) is a species of palm in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Australia, and is typically found in subtropical or tropical dry shrubland and subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland. It is a medium-sized palm, reaching up to 10 meters in height.
Uses & Benefits
Livistona speciosa 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
Livistona speciosa has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Livistona speciosa is a slow-growing evergreen palm that can reach up to 10 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C. Germination can take up to several months.
Where to Find Livistona speciosa
Livistona speciosa can be found in the Northern Territory of Australia.
Livistona speciosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Livistona speciosa?
Livistona speciosa
What is the natural habitat of Livistona speciosa?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
How tall can Livistona speciosa grow?
Up to 10 meters tall
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-114976: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.