Livistona chinensis
Chinese Fan Palm
The Livistona chinensis, commonly known as the Chinese Fan Palm, is an elegant and versatile palm tree featuring a crown of fan-shaped, deeply lobed green leaves that arch gracefully. Its slender trunk is smooth and often slightly swollen at the base, adding to its ornamental appeal. This slow-growing palm thrives in a variety of conditions, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use in tropical and subtropical climates.
The Chinese Fan Palm is an excellent choice for creating a tropical ambiance in gardens, courtyards, or urban landscapes.
Specifications
- Height4 to 10 metres
- Width2 to 4 metres
- Native toChina, Japan, and Southeast Asia
- FoliageFan-shaped, deeply lobed green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateSlow to moderate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates sandy or loamy soils
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterModerate; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate regions
Additional Features
- TrunkSlender and smooth, often with a slightly swollen base on mature specimens
- FlowersSmall, creamy-yellow flowers appear in clusters on long inflorescences
- FruitsSmall, blue to black drupes that add seasonal interest
- UsesIdeal for specimen planting, shade, urban greening, or as a container palm
- SpacingPlant 3 to 5 metres apart for individual impact or closer for mass planting
- Low MaintenanceRequires minimal pruning; remove dead fronds as needed
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free with basic care
- Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage offers year-round beauty; fruits and flowers enhance visual interest
- VersatilitySuitable for tropical gardens, contemporary landscapes, or indoor spaces
The Chinese Fan Palm is a graceful and adaptable palm, perfect for adding a touch of elegance and tropical charm to any landscape or interior setting.
Available Sizes
- Mature height2.0 to 8.0 m
- Clear trunk0.5 to 6.0 m
Supplied as advanced, project-grade specimens. Sizes above are the working supply range and are confirmed against your plant schedule. Proven for Middle East coastal projects.
Project pedigree: Livistona chinensis is prepared and freighted under the bulk palm export method proven on our four thousand palm Dubai programme. Read the record.