Traveller’s Palm (Traveller’s Tree) – Ornamental Live Plant

The Traveller’s Palm (Ravenala madagascariensis) is a truly iconic plant that brings elegance and grandeur to gardens, landscapes, and indoor courtyards. Known for its dramatic fan-shaped leaves that resemble a giant open hand, this plant is admired worldwide for its architectural beauty and tropical presence. Perfect for Kerala’s climate and across India, it serves as both an ornamental focal point and a shade provider.

Other Common Names & Scientific Name

This plant is popularly called Traveller’s Palm or Traveller’s Tree. Its scientific name is Ravenala madagascariensis. In many regions, it is admired for its unique water-storing abilities in the leaf bases – which is believed to have helped weary travellers quench their thirst, hence the name.

Why Choose Traveller’s Palm for Your Garden?

The Traveller’s Palm is more than just a plant – it is a statement piece. Its striking leaves align naturally in an east-west direction, which historically made it a natural compass for travellers. Beyond its symbolism, this plant adds instant tropical vibes to homes, gardens, resorts, and office landscapes. It thrives in Kerala’s weather and blends beautifully with modern architecture, traditional homes, and public spaces.

Where to Use Traveller’s Palm in Landscaping

Traveller’s Palm is ideal for large gardens, villas, farmhouses, resorts, hotels, and institutional landscapes. It works wonderfully as a centerpiece near water features, swimming pools, driveways, or at the entrance of a property. Landscapers often use it to create a grand tropical avenue or as a natural divider in open spaces. Hug A Plant provides landscaping services across Kerala – Kochi, Thrissur, Trivandrum, Calicut, Palakkad, Kottayam, Kannur, Alappuzha, Malappuram, and more – and Traveller’s Palm is one of our recommended ornamental trees for impactful designs.

Care Instructions

• Plant in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
• Requires bright sunlight for healthy growth.
• Water regularly, but avoid waterlogging.
• Prune old leaves to maintain shape and aesthetics.
• Apply organic manure or slow-release fertilizer twice a year.
• Protect young plants from strong winds until established.
• Best suited for tropical and subtropical climates like Kerala.

Buy Traveller’s Palm Live Plant

You can buy this plant directly from our website: Click Here or from our offline Hug A Plant Experience Center.

We also provide professional Click Here landscaping services across Kerala.

Visit us directly at our nursery: Click Here for Google Maps location.

Export Services

Hug A Plant specializes in exporting live plants globally. We manage all export documentation and secure the required Phytosanitary Certification from the Plant Quarantine Department. Our shipments are done via Sea (40ft temperature-controlled containers) and Air freight, ensuring the best quality plants reach you safely.

Major Export Destinations

United States, Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Malaysia, Singapore, United Kingdom, Germany, Bangladesh, Nepal, Thailand, Canada, France, Italy, Australia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Japan, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Maldives, South Africa, New Zealand, Belgium, Switzerland, Spain, Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar, Mauritius, Kenya, Nigeria, Egypt, Israel, Turkey, China, Philippines, Russia, Poland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Austria, Finland, Ireland, Czech Republic, Greece, Portugal, Hungary, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Mexico, Colombia.

Types of Live Plants We Export

• Ornamental Plants – ficus, hibiscus, bonsai
• Indoor Plants – areca palm, snake plant, air-purifiers
• Medicinal Plants – tulsi, aloe vera, ashwagandha
• Fruit-Bearing Plants – mango, guava, banana
• Landscape Trees & Shrubs – suitable for urban projects
• Tissue-Cultured Plants – high-quality, disease-free
• Flowering Plants – rose, jasmine, marigold, seasonal blooms

Contact Us

Hug A Plant
📞 +91 9747829970
📧 care@hugaplant.com

SEO Keywords

Traveller’s Palm Kerala, Traveller’s Tree Landscaping, Ornamental Plants Kochi, Landscaping Plants Kerala, Tropical Garden Plants India, Buy Live Plants Online Kerala, Hug A Plant Landscaping Services, Export Ornamental Plants India.