Licuala peltata
Roxb. ex Buch.-Ham.
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLicuala peltata is a species of palm tree in the family Arecaceae. It is found in South Asia and Southeast Asia. The triangular leaves are not truly peltate, or if so only marginally so.
Description
A palm.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Humid lowland rainforests, sometimes in drier forests, often on limestone soils; at elevations up to 500 metres. Moist deciduous forest, sometimes on the lower slopes of some limestone hills.
Cultivation
Prefers a moist shady position but, once established, can tolerate dry periods.
Other Uses
The leaves are used for thatching. The leaves can be made into umbrellas. The leaves are covered in wood oil from Dipterocarpus spp, and used as torches. The wood is rather soft.
References (2)
- Das, T. & Das, A. K., 2005, Inventorying plant biodiversity in homegardens: A case study in Barak Valley, Assam, North East India. CURRENT SCIENCE, VOL. 89, NO. 1, 10 JULY 2005
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
