Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albicans
ID:
295886

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jum.) Beentje

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 49: 663 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295218

Common Names

  • White Ravenea
  • Albicans Ravenea
  • Hildebrandt's Palm

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Description

Ravenea albicans (also called 'White Ravenea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, where it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ravenea albicans is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used to make furniture, as an ornamental hedge, and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ravenea albicans has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ravenea albicans is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°F (-18°C). Prune to shape and to encourage branching.

Where to Find Ravenea albicans

Ravenea albicans is native to Madagascar and can be found in the regions of Antsiranana and Toamasina.

Ravenea albicans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ravenea albicans?

Ravenea albicans

What is the common name of Ravenea albicans?

Majesty Palm

What is the natural habitat of Ravenea albicans?

Ravenea albicans is native to Madagascar.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-177007: Based on the initial data import
Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.
Henri Lucien Jumelle (1866-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jum.' in the authors string.