Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
ravenii
ID:
1304251

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


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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.

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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 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

Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Khang Sinh Nguyen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.S.Nguyen' in the authors string.