Status:
valid
Authors:
Aver. & K.S.Nguyen
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 32: 563 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001316705
Common Names
- Trachycarpus ravenii
- Ravenii Trachycarpus
- Ravenii Palm
Description
Trachycarpus ravenii (also called Raven's Trachycarpus, among many other common names) is a species of palm native to Southeast Asia. It is a slender palm, growing up to 8 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 5 cm. Its native regions are in Thailand, and it is found in lowland tropical moist forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Trachycarpus ravenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Trachycarpus ravenii are small and white in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trachycarpus ravenii is a slow-growing, clumping palm that can reach heights of up to 5 m (16 ft). It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.
Where to Find Trachycarpus ravenii
Trachycarpus ravenii is native to China and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Trachycarpus ravenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trachycarpus ravenii?
Trachycarpus ravenii
What is the common name of Trachycarpus ravenii?
Raven's Windmill Palm
Where is Trachycarpus ravenii native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Trachycarpus genus
Trachycarpus fortunei,
Trachycarpus latisectus,
Trachycarpus martianus,
Trachycarpus nanus,
Trachycarpus oreophilus,
Trachycarpus princeps,
Trachycarpus takil,
Trachycarpus geminisectus,
Trachycarpus ukhrulensis,
Trachycarpus ravenii,
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,
References
Khang Sinh Nguyen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.S.Nguyen' in the authors string.