Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Dransf. & N.W.Uhl
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Principes 30: 159 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295231
Common Names
- Moore's Ravenea
- Hildebrandt's Palm
- White Ravenea
Description
Ravenea moorei (also called Moore's Fan Palm, among many other common names) is a fan palm that grows up to 12 meters tall. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in dry forests and along riverbanks. It has large, fan-shaped leaves and produces small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ravenea moorei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ravenea moorei has white flowers with yellow centers and dark green seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves. The leaves are dark green and oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ravenea moorei is a slow-growing palm that can be propagated by seeds. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize the plant during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Ravenea moorei
Ravenea moorei is native to Madagascar and can be found in the regions of Antsiranana and Toamasina.
Ravenea moorei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ravenea moorei?
Ravenea moorei
What type of plant is Ravenea moorei?
Ravenea moorei is a palm tree
Where is Ravenea moorei native to?
Ravenea moorei is native to Madagascar
Species in the Ravenea genus
Ravenea albicans,
Ravenea dransfieldii,
Ravenea glauca,
Ravenea hildebrandtii,
Ravenea julietiae,
Ravenea krociana,
Ravenea lakatra,
Ravenea latisecta,
Ravenea louvelii,
Ravenea madagascariensis,
Ravenea moorei,
Ravenea musicalis,
Ravenea nana,
Ravenea rivularis,
Ravenea robustior,
Ravenea sambiranensis,
Ravenea xerophila,
Ravenea delicatula,
Ravenea beentjei,
Ravenea hypoleuca,
Ravenea declivium,
Ravenea cycadifolia,
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita,
Acanthophoenix rubra,
Acanthophoenix rousselii,
Acoelorraphe wrightii,
Acrocomia aculeata,
Acrocomia crispa,
Acrocomia hassleri,
Acrocomia intumescens,
Acrocomia totai,
Acrocomia emensis,
Acrocomia glaucescens,
Acrocomia corumbaensi,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Adonidia merrillii,
Adonidia dransfieldii,
Aiphanes graminifolia,
Aiphanes bicornis,
Aiphanes buenaventurae,
Aiphanes multiplex,
Aiphanes acaulis,
Aiphanes chiribogensis,
Aiphanes concinna,
Aiphanes deltoidea,
Aiphanes duquei,
Aiphanes eggersii,
Aiphanes erinacea,
Aiphanes gelatinosa,
Aiphanes grandis,
Aiphanes hirsuta,
Aiphanes horrida,
Aiphanes killipii,
Aiphanes leiostachys,
Aiphanes lindeniana,
Aiphanes linearis,
Aiphanes macroloba,
Aiphanes minima,
Aiphanes parvifolia,
Aiphanes pilaris,
Aiphanes simplex,
Aiphanes spicata,
Aiphanes tricuspidata,
Aiphanes truncata,
Aiphanes ulei,
Aiphanes verrucosa,
Aiphanes weberbaueri,
Aiphanes argos,
Aiphanes tatama,
Aiphanes gloria,
Aiphanes decipiens,