Licuala ramsayi
_{Australian Fan Palm}

Distribution & Habitat:
The main areas where Licuala ramsayi naturally occurs is near Mission Beach (Licuala Rainforest), Tully, Daintree River and Cape Tribulation. However, pockets of Chakoro can also be found in the Bloomfield River area. This palm can grow to breathtaking heights and in the Licuala Rainforest, it appears as the main afforestation.

Culture:
The Australian Fan Palm likes a rainforest situation. A shady position and plenty of moisture is all what is needed to grow Licuala ramsayi successfully.

Description:
This is a very handsome palm which grows up to 25 metres in its natural habitat but by far not that tall in a garden situation, where 3 to 4 metres would be a mature palm. The leaves up to 2 meters long, with feather-like fronds give this palm a gracefull appearance. The leaflets are bright green above with a silvery underside. A handsome flower skirt has cream flowers, followed by red fruit.
In the Tully area of North Queensland Licuala ramsayi is called by its Aboriginal name "Chakoro".

Climate Zones:
Sub-tropical

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140 mm