{"product_id":"rejsendes-trae-ravenala-madagascariensis-fro-10-stk","title":"Traveler's palm (Ravenala madagascariensis) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eREQUIRES WARMTH AND SPACE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eRavenala madagascariensis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rejsendes træ\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traveller's tree, traveller's palm, East-West palm\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRavenala madagascariensis\u003c\/em\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong\u003etraveller's tree\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a unique tropical plant native to Madagascar. Although often confused with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/palmer\"\u003epalm\u003c\/a\u003e, it actually belongs to the bird-of-paradise family (Strelitziaceae) and is closely related to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/strelitzia\"\u003ebird of paradise flower (\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/a\u003e. Its characteristic fan-shaped growth makes it one of the most iconic plants in tropical gardens and botanical collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe plant develops a robust, upright trunk and enormous, symmetrically arranged leaves that spread out in a flat, fan-shaped plane – often oriented east-west. Each leaf sheath can collect and store rainwater, which gave rise to the name \"traveller's tree,\" as it was said in folklore to provide thirsty travellers with access to drinking water (although this water is rarely clean or recommended for consumption).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe flowering is impressive: hidden, large flowers in white and bluish shades, often pollinated by lemurs in its native land, which makes the pollination biology particularly interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRavenala madagascariensis\u003c\/em\u003e thrives in full sun to light partial shade and requires high heat and humidity to develop optimally. It prefers deep, well-drained, and humus-rich soil as well as regular watering, especially during the growing season. In Denmark, it should be grown in large pots in a greenhouse, orangery, or conservatory, as it cannot tolerate frost – temperatures below 10–12 °C can significantly slow down growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eYoung plants grow relatively quickly under ideal conditions, but require a lot of space in both height and width over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing from seed:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe seeds are large, black, and often covered in a conspicuous blue aril. They should be sown fresh for the best germination. Before sowing, they can be soaked in lukewarm water for 48 hours. Then, sow them in a warm and moist seed-starting mix (e.g., \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/kokosmuld-kul-3-liter?\" title=\"kokosmuld\"\u003ecoconut coir \u003c\/a\u003eand \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/perlite-3-liter-2-6-mm?\" title=\"Perlite\"\u003eperlite\u003c\/a\u003e) and keep them constantly moist at 25–30 °C. Germination typically takes 2–5 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIt is important to provide the seeds with stable heat and high humidity during germination – for example, in a mini-greenhouse with bottom heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eBeyond its decorative value, \u003cem\u003eRavenala madagascariensis\u003c\/em\u003e has traditionally been used locally for building materials, roofing, and in some cases for food wrapping. In landscape design, it is used as a focal point or \"tropical backdrop\" due to its dramatic structure and large leaf surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRavenala madagascariensis\u003c\/em\u003e is the obvious choice for plant collectors and tropical gardening enthusiasts who want a plant with both a wow factor and botanical distinction. It is a living symbol of Madagascar – and a true jewel in any exotic collection. See also our entire \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/palmefro\" title=\"Vores samling af palmefrø\"\u003ecollection of palm seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, for more exciting species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44559498772748,"sku":"EF-PA-017","price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Ravenalamadagascarienses_2.jpg?v=1705299975","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/rejsendes-trae-ravenala-madagascariensis-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}