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(Livistona decora)
Weeping Cabbage Palm (Livistona decora)
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Photo by: coenobita | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: coenobita | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2017-03-18T15:55:43-07:00 |
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Summary
Livistona decora, commonly known as Weeping Cabbage Palm, is an evergreen tree native to the rainforests and moist open forests of eastern Queensland, Australia. It can reach a height of 30-40 feet (9-12 meters) with a spread of about 15 feet (5 meters). This palm is characterized by its straight, solitary trunk and a dense canopy of drooping, fan-shaped fronds that give it a graceful appearance. The Weeping Cabbage Palm produces small, white flowers in spring, followed by red fruit that is attractive to wildlife.
The Weeping Cabbage Palm is valued for its tropical aesthetic and is often used in landscaping for its shade-providing canopy and as a focal point in gardens. It is relatively low-maintenance, requiring minimal pruning. The palm is suitable for urban environments due to its tolerance of pollution and confined soil spaces. It thrives in a range of soil types, provided they are well-draining, and prefers a position in full sun to partial shade. While generally pest-free, it can occasionally suffer from scale insects and fungal diseases.CC BY-SA 4.0
The Weeping Cabbage Palm is valued for its tropical aesthetic and is often used in landscaping for its shade-providing canopy and as a focal point in gardens. It is relatively low-maintenance, requiring minimal pruning. The palm is suitable for urban environments due to its tolerance of pollution and confined soil spaces. It thrives in a range of soil types, provided they are well-draining, and prefers a position in full sun to partial shade. While generally pest-free, it can occasionally suffer from scale insects and fungal diseases.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Tree
- Height: 30-40 feet
- Width: 12-15 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Low Maintenance, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
Rainforests and moist open forests of eastern Queensland, Australia
Other Names
Common Names: Ribbon Fan Palm, Ribbon Palm
Scientific Names: , Livistona decipiens, Livistona decora, Corypha decora, Livistona decipiens var. polyantha, Livistona enervis,
GBIF Accepted Name: Livistona decora (W.Bull) Dowe