Ravenala ~ 5/6m ~ Traveler Palm

**Ravenala (Ravenala madagascariensis)** commonly known as the **Traveler's Palm**, is a striking, tropical plant native to Madagascar. Despite its name, it is not a true palm but is related to bananas and bird-of-paradise plants. Description: **Size:** Can grow up to 30-50 feet tall. **Leaves:** Large, banana-like leaves arranged in a distinctive fan shape, growing from a central stem. **Flowers:** Small, white, and tucked between the leaves, though they rarely bloom outside their natural habitat. **Trunk:** Thick, upright trunk resembling that of a palm tree. Unique Feature: The plant can hold water in its leaf bases, which historically provided a source of drinking water for travelers, hence its name. Growing Conditions: **Light:** Prefers full sun or partial shade. **Watering:** Needs regular watering; keep soil consistently moist. **Soil:** Well-draining, rich soil. **Temperature:** Thrives in warm, tropical climates and is frost-sensitive. The Traveler's Palm is often used as an ornamental plant for its dramatic, architectural look.