Status:
valid
Authors:
Beentje
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Principes 37: 199 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295233
Common Names
- Ravenea musicalis
- Musicalis Palm
- Majesty Palm
Description
Ravenea musicalis (also called Musical Palm, among many other common names) is a fan palm that grows up to 8 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 musicalis 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 musicalis 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 musicalis is a tropical evergreen palm native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or by division. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. For division, carefully separate the root ball of the plant into two or more sections and replant each section in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Ravenea musicalis
Ravenea musicalis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the regions of Antsiranana and Toamasina.
Ravenea musicalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ravenea musicalis?
Ravenea musicalis
What type of plant is Ravenea musicalis?
Ravenea musicalis is a palm tree
Where is Ravenea musicalis native to?
Ravenea musicalis 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,