Licuala grandis

Ruffled Fan Palm

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A tropical palm with large, circular ruffled leaves on long stems. Native to Pacific islands, prized for architectural foliage in bright shaded interiors.
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Plant Details

Common Name Ruffled Fan Palm
Family Arecaceae
Genus Licuala
Species Grandis
Origin Solomon Islands / New Guinea
Blooming Foliage plant, rarely flowers indoors; produces small cream inflorescences in tropical climates.
Leaf Color Deep glossy green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining peat-based mix with perlite and orchid bark for aeration.

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. High humidity required; mist regularly or use pebble tray.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; direct sun causes leaflet scorching and browning.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring/summer growing season, diluted to half strength.

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Pruning

Trim browned leaflet tips carefully without cutting green tissue. Remove fully dead leaves at the base.

Pest Control Scale Insect Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
64° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
50% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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