{"product_id":"gylden-licuala-palme-licuala-aurantiaca-fro-10-stk","title":"Golden Licuala palm (Licuala aurantiaca) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRARE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLicuala aurantiaca\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gylden licuala palme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden licuala palm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"674\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"305\"\u003eLicuala aurantiaca\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the rarer species in the coveted \u003cem data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"366\"\u003eLicuala\u003c\/em\u003e genus – known and loved for its almost circular fan leaves and its compact, elegant appearance. While many \u003cem data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"484\"\u003eLicuala\u003c\/em\u003e species are green and shade-loving, \u003cem data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eL. aurantiaca\u003c\/em\u003e stands out with a little more color: the young leaf sheaths and inflorescences often have a warm, orange hue, which has given the species its name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eThe plant is native to the humid tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia and grows naturally in shady, sheltered areas where it thrives in high humidity and heat. It forms a low trunk and develops broad, fan-shaped leaves with deep segments, which provide an almost architectural look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"970\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"970\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003eLicuala aurantiaca\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in warm and humid conditions, preferably in partial shade. It is perfectly suited for cultivation in a greenhouse, orangery, or indoors in large pots – preferably with high humidity and a constant temperature above 18 °C. The soil should be well-drained but moisture-retentive, e.g., a mix of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kokosmuld-kul-3-liter\" title=\"Kokosmuld 3l\"\u003ecoir\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/sphagnum-3-l\" title=\"Bæredygtigt sphagnum\"\u003esphagnum moss\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/perlite-3-liter-2-6-mm\" title=\"Perlite 3 liter\"\u003eperlite\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eWatering should be done regularly without the soil becoming waterlogged. The plant is slow-growing and can be slightly sensitive when young, but rewards the patient grower with great beauty and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eCultivation from seed:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eSeeds of \u003cem data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003eLicuala aurantiaca\u003c\/em\u003e should be sown as fresh as possible. Remove any fruit pulp and soak the seeds in lukewarm water for 48–72 hours before sowing. Sow in a deep pot with moist, well-drained seed soil and keep the temperature at 28–30 °C. Using a mini-greenhouse or plastic cover is recommended to ensure high humidity. Germination can take from 1 to 3 months – or longer – so patience is crucial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eAlthough the plant does not have traditional utility as a food source, it is used in its home country for small-scale basket weaving and as a shade plant. In collector circles and botanical gardens, it is considered a true gem – rare, beautiful, and full of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2350\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003eLicuala aurantiaca\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the dedicated palm enthusiast who wants something special and discreetly eye-catching – a compact, tropical jewel with charm and grace. See also our entire \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/palmefro\" title=\"Samling af palmefrø\"\u003ecollection of palm seeds\u003c\/a\u003e for other exciting species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou may also wish to read our article on \u003ca title=\"Spiring af palmefrø\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/spiring-af-palmefro\"\u003egerminating palm seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54399167594764,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Licualaaurantiaca.jpg?v=1752346374","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/products\/gylden-licuala-palme-licuala-aurantiaca-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}