Licuala ramsayi is a rainforest palm native to northern Australia, known for its enormous circular fan leaves that create a dramatic tropical canopy. The pleated leaves give the plant strong architectural impact in large tropical gardens and shaded landscapes. It thrives in warm, humid environments with protection from wind.
Light requirement: Part shade to full shade (young plants prefer shade)
Water requirement: High
Watering frequency: Keep soil consistently moist
Soil: Rich, well-draining soil high in organic matter
Skill level: Moderate
Growth rate: Slow to moderate
Suitable for container gardens: No (best suited to open ground)
Mature Height: 10–15 m
Mature Width: 6–8 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Low
Frost Tolerant: No — highly frost sensitive
Wind Tolerant: Low — large leaves can tear in strong winds
Leaf Colour: Bright to deep green
Leaf Variegation: None
Leaf Size: 1–2 m wide, circular pleated fan
Flower Colour: Cream to pale yellow
Flower Shape: Branched clusters
Flower Fragrance: Light
Flower Season: Summer
Licuala ramsayi is a rainforest palm native to northern Australia, known for its enormous circular fan leaves that create a dramatic tropical canopy. The pleated leaves give the plant strong architectural impact in large tropical gardens and shaded landscapes. It thrives in warm, humid environments with protection from wind.
Light requirement: Part shade to full shade (young plants prefer shade)
Water requirement: High
Watering frequency: Keep soil consistently moist
Soil: Rich, well-draining soil high in organic matter
Skill level: Moderate
Growth rate: Slow to moderate
Suitable for container gardens: No (best suited to open ground)
Mature Height: 10–15 m
Mature Width: 6–8 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: Low
Frost Tolerant: No — highly frost sensitive
Wind Tolerant: Low — large leaves can tear in strong winds
Leaf Colour: Bright to deep green
Leaf Variegation: None
Leaf Size: 1–2 m wide, circular pleated fan
Flower Colour: Cream to pale yellow
Flower Shape: Branched clusters
Flower Fragrance: Light
Flower Season: Summer
