Ravenea dransfieldii

Ravenea dransfieldii is an accepted palm-tree species in Arecaceae, native to eastern Madagascar. Kew places it in the wet tropical biome and reports it as Endangered (EN), making it a specialist species for botanical collections. [Kew Plants of the World Online](https://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:980044-1/general-information) ## Natural setting This species belongs to the humid forests of eastern Madagascar, where warm conditions and dependable moisture define its documented habitat. It is of interest for collections that interpret the island’s distinctive palm flora and support conservation awareness. ## Maintenance Choose a warm, sheltered location with humid air and evenly moist, freely draining soil. Protect the plant from frost, prolonged cold, and drying winds. Avoid waterlogged roots, even in a moisture-loving setting. Outside its native range, grow it in a protected tropical garden or conservatory where warmth, humidity, and steady moisture can be maintained.