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Red Latan Palm (Latania lontaroides)

Red Latan Palm (Latania lontaroides) is a striking palm tree native to Mauritius, known for its fan-shaped leaves and reddish-brown stems.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when top inch of soil is dry, reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, sandy loam or potting mix. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures between 20-28°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced palm fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Protect young plants from intense midday sun.

Water

Water when top inch of soil is dry, reduce in winter.

Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-draining, sandy loam or potting mix. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures between 20-28°C.

Can tolerate brief dips but avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced palm fertilizer during the growing season.

Reduce or stop in fall and winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-15 m

Spread

3-5 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Blue-green

Leaf Type

Fan-shaped (palmate)

Flower Size

1 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Cleophora commersonii (J.F.Gmel.) O.F.Cook
Cleophora lontaroides Gaertn.
Latania borbonica Lam.
Latania commersonii J.F.Gmel.
Latania rubra Jacq.
Livistona borbonica (Lam.) B.S.Williams
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderArecales
  • familyArecaceae
  • genusLatania
  • speciesLatania lontaroides
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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