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Ribbon Fan Palm - Livistona decora
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Ribbon Fan Palm - Livistona decora
One of Australia's most architectural natives, the Ribbon Fan Palm delivers immediate tropical presence with its sweeping, ribbon-tipped fronds and clean upright form. At advanced sizes, it reads as a fully resolved specimen, no waiting, no compromise.
Why Ribbon Fan Palm
Distinctive Weeping Foliage: Deeply segmented fan fronds with long, ribbon-like tips create a flowing, layered canopy unlike any other native palm.
Self-Cleaning Habit: Old fronds shed naturally, maintaining a tidy profile with minimal intervention on-site.
Drought and Coastal Resilience: Tolerates extended dry periods, salt-laden winds, and sandy coastal soils once established.
Strong Vertical Structure: Develops a tall, slender trunk that integrates cleanly into both contemporary and tropical design palettes.
Australian Native: Suited to a broad range of climates and compliant with native planting specifications on relevant projects.
Ideal Applications
Prestige Entrances: Planted in formal rows or as a singular accent, it commands attention at entry points and arrival sequences.
Resort and Hospitality Landscapes: A fixture in high-end tropical and subtropical schemes requiring year-round visual impact.
Coastal and Exposed Sites: Performs reliably in conditions that challenge less resilient species.
Contained Installations: Suited to oversized planter vessels in courtyards, terraces, and podium-level landscapes.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Spring to early summer
Soil & Drainage: Adaptable to most well-drained soils including sandy and clay loams; tolerates periodic moisture but dislikes prolonged waterlogging
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first 12–18 months until established, reducing frequency as the root system develops. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.
Plant Details
Height: 15–25m
Width: 4–6m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Evergreen
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Eastern Australia (Queensland and New South Wales)
Flower Colour: Cream
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
