Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
julietiae
ID:
295892

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beentje

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 49: 646 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295224

Common Names

  • Juliet's Ravenea
  • Hildebrandt's Palm
  • White Ravenea

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Description

Ravenea julietiae (also called 'Juliet's 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 julietiae 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 julietiae has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ravenea julietiae 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 julietiae

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

Ravenea julietiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ravenea julietiae?

Ravenea julietiae

What is the common name of Ravenea julietiae?

Majesty Palm

What is the natural habitat of Ravenea julietiae?

Ravenea julietiae 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-177012: Based on the initial data import
Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.