Livistona benthamii, Livistona australis

In colder regions, Livistona benthamii (Bentham's Fountain Palm) can be grown in pots. The palm has small semi-shade leaves and grows from 10-20 feet tall. This plant is native to the Northern Territories of Australia and does best in USDA Zones 9-11. It is easily grown from small round black seeds and it loves regular water.

Caring for the Livistona benthamii in a pot in cold regions requires plenty of water and fertilizer. Care must also be taken to keep circulating air in the growing area to prevent fungus attack. The pot should be in a semi-shady spot.

Similar plants:

• Livistona chinensis (Chinese Fan, Chinese Fountain Palm)
• Livistona decipiens (Australian Ribbon)
• Livistona humilis (Sand Palm)
• Livistona saribus, Livistona cochinchinensis (Taraw Palm, Serdang)
• Livistona sp. (Fountain Palm)