Description
- 8 Seeds
🌿 Discover the iconic Traveller’s Palm, Ravenala madagascariensis, a true statement plant for any tropical or subtropical garden. Though technically a relative of the banana, its distinct, fan-like arrangement of leaves gives it a majestic, palm-like appearance. Originating from Madagascar, this architectural wonder can reach impressive heights, creating a dramatic focal point with its robust trunk and symmetrical foliage. Its common name comes from the belief that water collected in its leaf bases could quench the thirst of weary travellers. You will receive 8 seeds to begin your journey with this extraordinary specimen.
For more comprehensive botanical details on Ravenala madagascariensis, we recommend consulting authoritative resources such as the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew’s Plants of the World Online:
🌟 Key Features:
- Striking Fan-Like Form: Unique and symmetrical leaf arrangement creates a dramatic visual impact.
- Impressive Height: Can grow up to 10-15 metres, serving as a magnificent landscape feature.
- Fast Growing: Establishes quickly in ideal conditions, rapidly transforming your garden.
- Versatile Use: Perfect as a stand-alone specimen, in large open spaces, or near water features.
- Architectural Beauty: Adds a bold, exotic, and sculptural element to any outdoor setting.
☀️ Growing Conditions of Traveller’s Palm:
- Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers full sun for optimal growth and classic fan shape.
- Soil: Requires rich, well-draining soil, ideally loamy or sandy with good organic matter.
- Watering: Needs consistent moisture, especially during dry periods and active growth. Do not allow to dry out completely.
- Climate: Best suited for tropical and subtropical climates (USDA Zones 10-11). Sensitive to frost and cold temperatures. Prefers high humidity.
🌱 Germination Method for Traveller’s Palm Seeds:
- Preparation: Carefully clean the blue aril (flesh) from the Ravenala madagascariensis seeds. Soak Traveller’s Palm seeds in warm water (changing daily) for 24-48 hours to soften the hard seed coat. Some growers recommend light scarification (gently nicking the seed coat) after soaking to aid water absorption.
- Sowing: Plant Traveller’s Palm seeds just below the surface of a well-draining, sterile seed-raising mix, lightly covered (approx. 1-2 cm deep).
- Temperature: Maintain a consistent warm soil temperature between 25-35°C (77-95°F). A heat mat is highly recommended to provide consistent bottom heat.
- Moisture: Keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Good drainage is crucial.
- Germination Time: Germination of Traveller’s Palm seeds is notoriously slow and erratic, often taking 3-12 months, or even longer. Germination may take some time, so patience is key. A long germination period requires patience, but the results are worth the wait.
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📮Shipping Information
- Australia Post with Tracking: Within Australia (excludes Tasmania and remote Western Australia).
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🏡 About ABCeeds
We are a trusted, family-owned and operated seed supplier based on the Far North Coast of NSW, Australia. Our hand-picked, organic, and unsprayed seeds are carefully harvested, cleaned, and tested to ensure fresh, high-quality seeds for gardeners, nurseries, and growers across Australia and internationally.
🌱 Seed Information
While we provide recommended propagation guidelines, germination success depends on factors such as temperature, moisture, and growing conditions. We encourage customers to refine their own methods for the best results. Once seeds leave our premises, their performance is beyond our control, but we’re always here to assist with any concerns. A longer germination period requires patience, but the results are worth the wait!
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