The Ravinala
Ravinala madagascariensis, also known as "traveler's tree" or "ravenale", is a tropical plant endemic to Madagascar, belonging to the family Strelitziaceae. It is the only species of the genus Ravenala, which makes it a mono-specific genus. It was discovered by the botanist Philibert Commersson during his stay in Madagascar between 1779 and 1780.