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ruffled fan palm

Licuala grandis

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (India), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Colombia).

🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇮🇳 India 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇰🇮 Kiribati 🇸🇧 Solomon Islands 🇲🇭 Marshall Islands 🇫🇲 Micronesia

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (plantas)
Phylum
Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)
Class
Liliopsida (Monocots)
Order
Arecales (Arecales)
Family
Arecaceae
Genus
Licuala
Species
Licuala grandis (ruffled fan palm)

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palmeira-leque-de-espinho
Licuala spinosa
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ruffled fan palm?
The scientific name of ruffled fan palm is Licuala grandis. It belongs to the genus Licuala.
Where does ruffled fan palm live?
ruffled fan palm is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles), Asia (India), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Colombia, India, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Seychelles, Solomon Islands.
What family does ruffled fan palm belong to?
ruffled fan palm (Licuala grandis) belongs to the genus Licuala, which is part of the taxonomic family Arecaceae.
What kingdom does ruffled fan palm belong to?
ruffled fan palm (Licuala grandis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of ruffled fan palm?
The closest relatives of ruffled fan palm in the genus Licuala include palmeira-leque-de-espinho.

Native Range — 7 Countries

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Genus Licuala — 2 Species

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palmeira-leque-de-espinho
Licuala spinosa
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ruffled fan palm
Licuala grandis
NE
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