This large palm has a pale grey ringed trunk that is swollen at the base and spreading fronds that form a rounded crown. It has drooping glossy green divided fronds and the creamy-yellow cup-shaped flowers appear in a pendant cluster during spring.

Hardiness zones 10 to 12

Livistona mariea is naturally found in Australia growing around water holes in central Australia in the MacDonnell Ranges preferring sub tropical to tropical regions or a drier warm climate.

It grows in well drained moist soil in an open sunny position and tolerates hot arid conditions relying on ample ground water and is drought and frost tender.

The Red Fan Palm is grown for its attractive trunk and fronds. It is normally found alongside permanent watercourses and is used in large or tropical gardens as a specimen. It is also planted in groups for a tropical effect and is fast growing when young establishing in 2 to 4 years. It is a rare plant in its native habitat and may be difficult to buy requiring a specialist nursery.ID 281

Livistona(li-vi-STON-a) mariea(mar-EE-ah)

Arecaceae(ar-ek-AY-see-ee)     
(Palmae)
Palm Family