Lexic.us

Definition of Ravenala

1. Noun. Giant treelike plant having edible nuts and leafstalks that yield a refreshing drink of clear watery sap; reputedly an emergency source of water for travelers.

Definition of Ravenala

1. n. A genus of plants related to the banana.

Definition of Ravenala

1. Noun. Any of the genus ''Ravenala'' of plants related to the banana. ¹

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Medical Definition of Ravenala

1. A genus of plants related to the banana. Ravenala Madagascariensis, the principal species, is an unbranched tree with immense oarlike leaves growing alternately from two sides of the stem. The sheathing bases of the leafstalks collect and retain rain water, which flows freely when they are pierced with a knife, whence the plant is called traveller's tree. Origin: Malagasy. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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