Ravenea rivularis, the majestic palm, or majesty palm, is a species of tree in the family Arecaceae. They generally grow to 10 to 12 feet tall and are often marketed in stores as a "houseplant" in a pot, in its natural state, the majesty palm may sometimes grow to 98 feet (30 meters) tall.[2]
The palm has upward-arching leaves divided into long, thin fingers. It is native to Madagascar; however, it is believed only about 900 plants are currently alive in the wild according to an assessment conducted in 2010.[1] The species grows in several regions of Madagascar, but because those regions are totally surrounded and separated by desert, the natural spread of the species is limited. Despite its fragility as a species in the wild, it has become a very popular houseplant due to its beautiful leaves and slow-growing nature.
Ravenea rivularis grows in somewhat isolated humid habitats that are found in the otherwise dry, hot semi-arid climate of southwest Madagascar. Often, they grow huddled along the edges of riverbanks and natural lagoons, but also grow in shallow swamps where they receive ample water and humidity year-round. Due to its love for warm, moist air which can be difficult to provide consistently in most homes, the most common problem affecting those kept as houseplants is browning leaf tips. To replicate its natural growing conditions, plants should be misted with warm water daily or kept near a humidifier. It should also be watered more frequently than average houseplants especially in the spring and summer. That being said, fast-draining soil is preferable, such as soil labeled for cacti, in a well-draining container to allow water to seep through the root system and out of the pot. Although they can also suffer from lack of sunlight, Ravenea rivularis is much more sensitive to lack of water and humidity.[1]
In addition to ample water, Ravenea rivularis kept as a houseplant requires specialty fertilizer for palm trees which contains more magnesium than all-purpose fertilizers. Slow-release palm fertilizer with an NPK ratio of about 8-2-12 with at least 4% magnesium is ideal. A pinch of epsom salt may also be used as an alternative source of magnesium.[3]
Ravenea rivularis, the majestic palm, or majesty palm, is a species of tree in the family Arecaceae. They generally grow to 10 to 12 feet tall and are often marketed in stores as a "houseplant" in a pot, in its natural state, the majesty palm may sometimes grow to 98 feet (30 meters) tall.
The palm has upward-arching leaves divided into long, thin fingers. It is native to Madagascar; however, it is believed only about 900 plants are currently alive in the wild according to an assessment conducted in 2010. The species grows in several regions of Madagascar, but because those regions are totally surrounded and separated by desert, the natural spread of the species is limited. Despite its fragility as a species in the wild, it has become a very popular houseplant due to its beautiful leaves and slow-growing nature.
Adult Ravenea Rivularis, Florida USA Ravenea rivularis grows in somewhat isolated humid habitats that are found in the otherwise dry, hot semi-arid climate of southwest Madagascar. Often, they grow huddled along the edges of riverbanks and natural lagoons, but also grow in shallow swamps where they receive ample water and humidity year-round. Due to its love for warm, moist air which can be difficult to provide consistently in most homes, the most common problem affecting those kept as houseplants is browning leaf tips. To replicate its natural growing conditions, plants should be misted with warm water daily or kept near a humidifier. It should also be watered more frequently than average houseplants especially in the spring and summer. That being said, fast-draining soil is preferable, such as soil labeled for cacti, in a well-draining container to allow water to seep through the root system and out of the pot. Although they can also suffer from lack of sunlight, Ravenea rivularis is much more sensitive to lack of water and humidity.
Majesty palms are often sold as cheap lush tropical foliage house plants but are hard to take care of for long term survivability. In addition to ample water, Ravenea rivularis kept as a houseplant requires specialty fertilizer for palm trees which contains more magnesium than all-purpose fertilizers. Slow-release palm fertilizer with an NPK ratio of about 8-2-12 with at least 4% magnesium is ideal. A pinch of epsom salt may also be used as an alternative source of magnesium.
Ravenea rivularis es una especie de palmera que es originaria de Madagascar.[1]
Es una palmera que alcanza un tamaño de hasta 30 m de altura con el tallo cilíndrico o ligeramente hinchado hacia la mitad, 36-50 cm de diámetro. Entrenudos de 4-10 cm. Con 16-25 hojas, rectas a colgantes, ligeramente arqueadas. Inflorescencia erguida, ramificado en 2 órdenes, de 86-90 cm, 32-45 cm. Las frutas de color rojo brillante, globosas a ligeramente elipsoidales.[2]
Ravenea rivularis fue descrita por Jum. & H.Perrier y publicado en Annales du Musée Colonial de Marseille, sér. 3, 1(1): 54–56, t. 29–31. 1913.[3][4]
Ravenea: nombre genérico que fue nombrado por Louis Ravené.[5]
rivularis: epíteto latino que significa "cercano a corrientes de agua".[6]
Ravenea rivularis es una especie de palmera que es originaria de Madagascar.
Ravenea
Ravenea rivularis (Ravénéa des berges) est un palmier tropical originaire de Madagascar, où il pousse uniquement le long des cours d'eau[1]. Ravenea rivularis est fréquemment cultivé dans les régions subtropicales. L'espèce s'adapte bien aux différentes conditions de culture. C'est un palmier très grand, avec une large couronne désordonnée. Il a des feuilles symétriques et développe un stipe ayant une large base. C'est un palmier qui préfère une exposition humide et ensoleillée pour se développer rapidement. Il tolère différents types de sol. Les graines germent en deux ou trois mois.
Ravenea
Ravenea rivularis (Ravénéa des berges) est un palmier tropical originaire de Madagascar, où il pousse uniquement le long des cours d'eau. Ravenea rivularis est fréquemment cultivé dans les régions subtropicales. L'espèce s'adapte bien aux différentes conditions de culture. C'est un palmier très grand, avec une large couronne désordonnée. Il a des feuilles symétriques et développe un stipe ayant une large base. C'est un palmier qui préfère une exposition humide et ensoleillée pour se développer rapidement. Il tolère différents types de sol. Les graines germent en deux ou trois mois.
Ravenea rivularis là loài thực vật có hoa thuộc họ Arecaceae. Loài này được Jum. & H.Perrier miêu tả khoa học đầu tiên năm 1913.[1]
Ravenea rivularis là loài thực vật có hoa thuộc họ Arecaceae. Loài này được Jum. & H.Perrier miêu tả khoa học đầu tiên năm 1913.
國王椰子（学名：Ravenea rivularis），又名河岸雷文葵，是馬達加斯加特有的一種棕櫚科植物。它們現正受到《瀕危野生動植物種國際貿易公約》附錄二的保護。[1][2]
國王椰子（学名：Ravenea rivularis），又名河岸雷文葵，是馬達加斯加特有的一種棕櫚科植物。它們現正受到《瀕危野生動植物種國際貿易公約》附錄二的保護。
