CATEGORY– Palm

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 6 to 8 inches
3.Watering – When topsoil feels dry to the touch
4.Sunlight – Full sun to partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Moderate
2.Full Plant Height – 20 to 30 feet (can exceed 40 feet in native conditions)
3.Leaves Color – Bright green, large banana-like leaves
4.Flowers – White or cream flowers (appear on mature plants)
5.Type – Outdoor focal plant, large tropical landscapes
6.Feed – Organic compost monthly; balanced fertilizer every 2 months during growing season
7.Watering – Regular; keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging
8.Soil – Rich, well-draining loamy soil
9.Sunlight – Prefers full sun; tolerates partial shade
10.Suitable Temperature – 65°F–90°F (18°C–32°C); protect from frost

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Choose a large pot or garden bed with ample space and good drainage.
2.Place the sapling (with the net pot) upright at the center.
3.Fill soil around it and firm gently to stabilize.
4.Water thoroughly and keep in partial sun during early establishment.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Ravenala madagascariensis
2.Common names: Traveller’s Palm, Traveller’s Tree, Fan Palm (misleading name)
3.Hindi: ट्रैवलर पाम (Traveller Palm)
4.Tamil: பயணி பாம் (Payaṇi Pām
5.Telugu: ప్రయాణిక పామ్ (Prayāṇika Pām)
6.Kannada: ಪ್ರಯಾಣಿಕ ಪಾಮ್ (Prayāṇika Pām)
7.Marathi: ट्रॅव्हलर पाम (Traveller Pām)
8.Malayalam: ട്രാവലർ പാം (Traveller Pām)