CHINESE FAN PALM
Livistone chinensis
A graceful fan palm with beautifully carved leaves that hang elegantly downward. This tropical plant instantly adds ambiance to any room or garden.
Application: š³Solitary |šŖ“Pot
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Likes full sun to partial shade
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Slow grower
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Water regularly
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Height up to 10/15 meters
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Common name | Chinese Fan Palm, Fonteinpalm |
| Latin name | Livistona chinensis |
| Origin | South China, Taiwan, Japan |
| Height | Up to 10-15 meters |
| Growth habit | Slow to moderate growth with a single trunk and a spreading crown of fan-shaped leaves |
| Location (take into account) | Needs sufficient space because of the wide crown |
| Light requirements | Indirect light to full sun; tolerates partial shade but grows more slowly |
| Water requirement | Outside every day |
| Windproof | Yes, good wind resistance |
| Fertilization | Fertilize regularly; ask an employee for advice |
| Maintenance | Low maintenance; remove dead leaves for a neat appearance |
| Leaves | Large, fan-shaped leaves with gracefully drooping tips |
| Fruits | Small, black or bluish berries; appear on mature specimens |
| Flowers | Small, yellowish flowers in clusters; especially visible in older specimens |
| Attractor of butterflies and birds | Yes |
| Iguana test | Yes |
| Suitable for pot | Yes |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic to humans and pets |