Description
A Distinctive and Elegant Palm that makes a Grand Statement
The Licuala Grandis is one of the most elegant pants. It is a slow-growing plant, and a great option to grow indoors. The plant is native to the Solomon and Vanuatu Islands, near Australia’s coast. This plant can grow up to 15’ and if you keep it in a container, it can grow up between 6′ and 10′. The leaves of the Ruffled Fan Palm are large and seemingly very beautiful.
Caring for your Ruffled Fan Palm
The plant has a wild personality, and when taking care of it, there are several things you must consider, such as the amount of water you should give it or how much light is enough for the plant to grow to its full potential. Let’s dive into all the care perimeters you should consider.
Light
These plants flourish when kept indoors, as they need bright but indirect light. You can keep them near a south or north-facing window, ensuring they get all the light they need. These plants usually grow in the light direction, so you must be very careful when keeping them indoors. The plant does not tolerate full sunlight, so you should not keep it outdoors.
Soil
The Licuala Palm is not very picky regarding the type of soil. However, for the best results, you can use sandy soil and add a lot of humus. Your second-best option should be clay or loam soil. Do not worry about the pH levels of the soil; it can be neutral, acidic, or alkaline. Just ensure the soil is draining well so the roots do not sit in the water for a long time.
Water
You do not need to water the plant very frequently; it does not need a lot of water. Before you water it, check the soil to see if the plotting mix has dried out. If the soil is dry, then you must water it. However, it is best to avoid over-watering it.
During the winter, the plant’s growth stunts, and at this time, you need to hold back on watering the plant, as it does not need a lot of water when it is not growing.
Fertilizer
On the surface, these plants do not need a lot of fertilizer, but if you feed them some fertilizer, that will help with their growth. For the best results, use a slow-release fertilizer. You can add this once or twice during the growing season. During the winter, the Ruffled Fan Palm does not need fertilizers, as there is no significant growth during that time. If you overuse fertilizers, you can cause the plant to suffer fertilizer burn.
Common Issues
The Licuala Grandis is easy to keep, but like all plants, some issues can pose a problem. You should recognize these problems and deal with them accordingly.
Pests
These plants are fairly resistant to pests, but they may still be damaged by pests that affect all the houseplants. You need to take the right protocol to avoid the infestation of pests. You can use pesticides or organic ways to ward off all pests.
Disease
These plants can be sensitive to sudden changes, overwatering, and fertilizer burn. Try to ensure that you provide everything in moderation, so you do not shock your plants. If you overwater them, the plant’s roots can rot, and that would cause significant damage to the overall plant.
Furthermore, when adding fertilizer to the soil, the best way would be to go with a slow-release fertilizer, so it does not shock the plant.
Pruning
You can prune the plant if you want to make sure that you keep its shape. Other than that, there is no evident need for you to prune it regularly. It has a typically slow growth, so pruning is not necessary.
Propagation
To propagate the plant, you have to take suckers from the plant and then repot it. The care for the new plant is similar to the care you would give a mature plant. You can also propagate the plant using the seeds. However, it may take a long time for the seeds to germinate.
Potting/Repotting
If you want to repot the plant, you need to be very careful of the root system, so the repotting helps boost growth. When repotting the plant, it is a great idea to replace the old potting mix and replace it with the new one. Other than that, the plant has a slow growth, so you don’t have to worry about repotting it every now and then.
Judy C. (verified owner) –
Beautiful plants. I like seeing the actual plant I’m getting. Prices are reasonable for rare plants too
michael mislan (verified owner) –
wish it would be a little bigger since these take a long time to grow
Glenna D. (verified owner) –
They shipped it proper and plant came with no soil spillage and leaf breakage…they have a good method for shipping …great common sense..bought xlarge palm tree ..will use this company again for my other plant needs. Thanks so much
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Cloyd Laporte (verified owner) –
Healthy and happy, but a bit smaller than I expected.
Sara Gilstrap (verified owner) –
So far, so good. Watered a little/drained well. Bought a 3 Way Soil Meter, moisture registers 7 and meter suggests 8 for Palms, close enough? Humidifier registers 41 / 74.5 F. No full sun but good light. Licuala Grandes
Sara Gilstrap (verified owner) –
Absolutely beautiful! Sent just what they said and came in perfect condition. Will keep ordering and so happy!
Sara Gilstrap, Colorado Springs
Warren Diepraam (verified owner) –
Rare plant but at a good price! Loved the delivery notifications
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Love the plant so far, wish the delivery read the box to keep it upright, but otherwise everything else was great.
michael mislan (verified owner) –
nice healthy palm however wish it was larger
Jordan S. (verified owner) –
Out of the box, I had to remove one frond because it looked sickly. Otherwise, it’s still settling in and looking better by the day. Looking forward to it being a feature plant!
Matthew A. (verified owner) –
Plant is green and healthy with new leaf emerging
REBECCA M. (verified owner) –
My plant is fabulous!!! It arrived perfect. Thank you so much
Cathy Lance (verified owner) –
I can’t believe how luscious this palm is. Healthy, robust and just amazing. Will never ever buy from anyone but PlantVine again.
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Molly G. (verified owner) –
I am amazed at how beautiful my little palm is! A two-day journey to get here turned into ten, as the package got temporarily lost at a FedEx facility en route. I was afraid it would be half dead when I opened the box, but it was glossy, green, and gorgeous! The soil was not bone dry, either — a testament to Plant one’s careful packaging. It is a lovely and elegant addition to my home.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Love it. It’s a healthy little plant. However the soil wasn’t sealed good and most of it was loose in the box when it arrived.
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Maria R. (verified owner) –
Beautiful, I need help With how to care for it
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Karissa (verified owner) –
I LOVE my licuala palm! I have been wanting one for some time and I’m glad I finally decided to buy one! It arrived carefully pack and it has large, round full leaves.
Jennifer Floyd (verified owner) –
Love this plant, it came perfectly packaged and settled quickly into its shape after being opened. I waited a few days and just placed it into its new planter, I could tell it had been fertilized and the soil was still moist. I’m in love with the leaves, fan shaped with the ruffles. It’s a people pleaser and rare one so I’m thankful I have now!
Ruvin (verified owner) –
The palm came looking healthy! I’m very satisfied with the purchase, thank you!
MICHAEL P MISLAN (verified owner) –
very nice and healthy big palm
Tonilyn Leclerc (verified owner) –
Matthew T. (verified owner) –
Perfect form, no torn foliage or discoloration… stunned by this beautiful specimen!
Thao (verified owner) –
My plant arrived well packed and in great health with some new growth sprouting! I loved being able to see the plant that was shipped, such a great feature! Will order again!
Brittany G. (verified owner) –
Great experience – service and shipping is by far the best I’ve come across. PlantVine team- Thank you for providing excellent quality plants and exceptional service!
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Mackenzie (verified owner) –
Very health plant, shipping was fast and the plant arrived in good shape.