| Vanuatu Fan Palm | |
| Licuala grandis |
A small and beautiful fan palm with large, attractive leaves and a compact growth habit. This species is fairly uncommon but is grown as an ornamental in some tropical regions.
Description: Short palm growing to 6-8 feet. Bears small fruits that ripen to red or orange.
Hardiness: Hardy to 35-40F for very short periods of time. Generally grows best in the tropics or near-tropical climates.
Growing Environment: Thrives in humid and tropical environments.
Propagation: By seeds, which are slow to germinate. Under ideal conditions they average 3-6 months germination time.
Uses: An uncommon but increasingly popular ornamental.
Native Range: Native to Vanuatu.