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Plant Care
Cabbage tree palm
(Livistona australis)
Also Known As
Cabbage tree palm, Australian fan palm, Riviera palm
About This Plant
Livistona australis is a tall, slender palm tree with a single trunk and a crown of large, glossy, fan-shaped leaves. The trunk is light grey in color and can grow up to 20 meters (65 feet) tall, with a diameter of up to 30 cm (12 inches). The leaves are up to 2 meters (6.5 feet) long and 1.5 meters (5 feet) wide, with a bright green color and a waxy texture.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Height: 20 meters (65 feet) and Diameter: 30 cm (12 inches)
Light Requirements
Livistona australis prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade but will grow more slowly and have smaller leaves in low light conditions.
Humidity Needs
Livistona australis prefers moderate to high humidity levels. Mist the leaves regularly to increase humidity and prevent spider mites.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize Livistona australis every 2-3 months during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Use a slow-release fertilizer or a liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Pruning Guidelines
Prune any dead or damaged leaves as needed. Do not prune healthy leaves as it can harm the plant.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests for Livistona australis include spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects. Diseases that can affect this palm tree include leaf spot and root rot.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
This palm tree requires moderate watering. Water the plant when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch, but do not overwater as it can lead to root rot.
Temperature Range
This palm tree prefers warm temperatures between 18-27°C (65-80°F) and can tolerate occasional frost down to -2°C (28°F).
Growing Season
Livistona australis grows year-round in warm, tropical climates.
Growing Difficulty Level
Livistona australis is relatively easy to grow and maintain, but it requires a lot of space due to its large size.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Livistona australis is hardy in USDA zones 9b-11.
Did You Know?
The Cabbage Tree Palm is an important tree to the Aboriginal people of Australia, who used the leaves to make baskets, mats, and other woven items.
