Ravenala Madagascariensis Sonn.
Ravenala madagascariensis, commonly called traveller's tree or traveller's palm, is a large tree-like plant which is native to moist forests in Madagascar where it will grow over time to 30-50' tall. Fan-shaped single plane of enormous, long-stalked, banana-like, deep green leaves .Flowers are followed by woody capsules (to 3 1/2" long) containing edible seeds covered by bright blue arils.
- Family: Strelitziaceae
- Habit: Tall palm-like tree herbaceuos plant
- Habitat: Humid lowland forests, montane forests, grassland, and rocky areas
- Status : Common
Vernacular names
English- Traveller's tree
Malayalam-Ravenala
Medicinal Uses
*Used in the tratment of diabetes.
