Traveller's Palm
NameTraveller's Palm
Species NameRavenala madagascariensis
Common NameTraveller's Palm
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)40
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originafrica
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featurespseudo-stem, fibrous texture, leaf scar patterns
Foliage Typebroadleaf
Height (cm)1200
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable
Notable FeaturesDistinctive fan-shaped crown formed by large, paddle-like leaves, often used as an ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical regions.
Description
This specimen is a mature Traveller's Palm, characterized by its striking fan-like arrangement of large, banana-like leaves. The robust pseudo-stem supports the expansive crown, showcasing the plant's unique architectural form. It is a large, naturally growing tree, not a bonsai.
