How to prune lauterbach's fan palm

Any time of year as fronds naturally die. Use sterilised, sharp secateurs or a small pruning saw to cut dead fronds cleanly at the base of the petiole. Avoid damaging the trunk or living fronds.

As needed — infrequently. Lauterbach's Fan Palm is a rarely cultivated tropical species needing very little pruning. As with other Licuala palms, only remove fully dead fronds, cutting neatly at the petiole base. The large circular fronds are the plant's defining feature and must never be trimmed or shaped. Otherwise, leave well alone.

Use sterilised, sharp secateurs or a small pruning saw to cut dead fronds cleanly at the base of the petiole. Avoid damaging the trunk or living fronds.