Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
louvelii
ID:
295896

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beentje

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 49: 664 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000295228

Common Names

  • Louvel's Ravenea
  • Hildebrandt's Palm
  • White Ravenea

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Description

Ravenea louvelii (also called 'Louvel'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 louvelii 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 louvelii 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 louvelii is a slow-growing palm that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Ravenea louvelii is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C).

Where to Find Ravenea louvelii

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

Ravenea louvelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ravenea louvelii?

Ravenea louvelii

What type of plant is Ravenea louvelii?

Ravenea louvelii is a palm tree

Where is Ravenea louvelii native to?

Ravenea louvelii 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-177016: Based on the initial data import
Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.