FACTS ABOUT LICUALA SPINOSA
Common Names: |
Spiny Licuala palm, Mangrove Fan Palm |
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ID: |
2181 |
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Locality: |
Southeast Asia |
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Cold Hardiness: |
26º F. |
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Trunk Type: |
This palm has slender trunks (about an inch); crown is brown and fibrous. |
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Leaf Type: |
Fan leaf, the petiole (leafstalk) is heavily armed with spines. |
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Suckering/Solitary: |
Suckering (multiple trunks). |
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Maintenance: |
Is a great palm for those who have some experience growing palms. Normal watering needs. |
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Speed of growth: |
Slow |
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Height: |
Approximately 8 feet |
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Soil requirements: |
Rich soil with good drainage. |
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Sun requirements: |
Shade or filtered light. |
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General Description: |
This is a very nice palm for a true enthusiast. It can be a bit fickle but it is worth a try if you live in a warmer area. |
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Further Data: |
If you like this palm see Rhapis excelsa, Licuala ramsayi, Licuala radula, Licuala elegans and Sabal mauritiiformis. |
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