Livistona decipiens
Livistona
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Livistona (Livistona decipiens) - Description
Livistona decipiens is a species of palm native to the sclerophyll woodlands of Queensland, Australia. The species is now widely cultivated in arid regions worldwide as a decorative plant.
Livistona (Livistona decipiens) - Blooming
Blooms bowl-shaped, 3-petaled flowers.
Livistona (Livistona decipiens) - Growth
Grows best with full sun or partial shade. Where Livistona is not hardy, raise plants indoors as houseplants, or in a cool or warm greenhouse. In warmer areas, grow as specimen plants.
Livistona (Livistona decipiens) - Planting
Sow seeds in spring, at 73ºF (23ºC).
Livistona (Livistona decipiens) - Pest
Prone to tar spot, butt rot, and bud rot. Scale insects and spider mites may also cause problems, especially for young plants.
Livistona (Livistona decipiens) - Interesting facts
There are only about 28 known species in the genus Livistona, native to a range of habitats in the warmer parts of Asia and Australia.
Livistona (Livistona decipiens) - Soil and irrigation
Does best in fertile, moist, yet well-draining soil. Soil-based potting mixes work fine for indoor plants. Water freely during the growing season, sparingly in winter.
