Description: Ruffled Fan Palm, Vanuatu Fan Palm, Palas Palm, Licuala Grandis (15 Seeds) Refr 2 Native to South East Asia, this ornamental palm has pleated leaves which are handsomely ruffled and toothed at the tip. This circular bright green leaves is about 20 inch or more in diameter and the trunk is about 4 to 5inches. The inflorescence arises among the leaves and will bear bisexual flowers. The fruit is bright red when ripe and the seeds are small and round. It can reach a height of 10 feet. Ruffled fan is mostly suited to outdoor/ patio use.This slow growing palm requires constant warmth and high humidity. Propagation is through seeds. The seeds will germinate rapidly when fresh. It prefer light shades and does well in sandy loam soil. It can also be grown indoors in containers. Scientific name: Licuala Grandis Common names: The Ruffled Fan Palm is also known Vanuatu Fan Palm, Palas Palm, and Ruffled Lantan Palm. Family: Aceraceae Origin: It is native to the Vanuatu Islands, off the coast of Australia. Appearance: It has a single slender trunk, 4-5 inches in diameter that takes years to develop. The Ruffled Fan Palm is known for its unique palmate, or fan-shaped leaves, with attractive splitting patterns that make it stand out in any environment. Leaves are circular, luscious green, glossy, ruffled, hence the name Ruffled Fan Palm, about 22 inches in diameter, with notched tips. Flowers/Fruits: The inflorescence emerges from among the leaves bearing bisexual flowers, male and female reproductive organs grow on the same flower. Ruffled Fan Palm produces marble-like green fruit that turns red when ripe. This berry-looking fruit is round with a single seed inside. Growth Rate: Slow. Licuala Grandis is a very attractive, slow-growing palm that can get up to 5-10ft tall, but usually doesn’t get higher than 6ft with a spread of 5-10ft wide. Outdoor/Indoor Use: Both Cold Tolerance: It can tolerate cold down to 30F when mature enough. It is great for growing in USDA Zones 10a (30 to 35 F) to 11 (above 40 F). Light Requirements: Partial shade. It grows best in partial shade and should not be exposed to full sun. Water Requirements: High. It needs a lot of water with good drainage. Maintenance: Easy. Make sure to protect it from high winds to avoid frond damage. To prevent nutritional deficiency, apply good quality palm fertilizer that has continuous release formula twice a year during the growing season. Propagation: For seed propagation, the best time to sow them would be in spring. Prepare your soil medium by mixing it with perlite and peat to encourage water retainability and fast drainage. Plant the seed in the middle of the growing medium. Water the plant to keep it damp and keep it away from direct sunlight.
Price: 6.2 USD
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
End Time: 2023-09-22T17:59:25.000Z
Shipping Cost: 3.85 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Unbranded
Country/Region of Manufacture: Vanuatu
