Palm
Majesty Palm
Ravenea rivularis
Varieties We Carry
StandardRavenea rivularis
Sizes & Pricing
7 galFrom$125.00
15 galFrom$95.00
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun, Part Shade
WaterHigh
Mature size10-40 feet × 10-15 feet
About Majesty Palm
Majesty Palm (Ravenea rivularis) is a graceful, solitary palm from Madagascar with arching dark-green pinnate fronds and a tapering trunk. Best suited for zone 10–11 but manageable in protected zone 9b sites, it is widely grown in NE-Florida landscapes and large containers for its classic tropical silhouette. Starting at $95.00.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Loam, Acidic, Moist, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Higher water demand in summer heat. Can be planted with extra attention to watering.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. May need protection below 25°F.
Care essentials
Light
Majesty palm prefers full sun to partial shade. In Northeast Florida, plant in a sheltered, warm microclimate (south-facing wall or structure) to provide frost protection during cold snaps.
Water
Majesty palm has high water needs — keep soil consistently moist. In NE-FL's sandy, fast-draining soils, water frequently and mulch the root zone deeply; do not allow the root ball to dry out.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic loam amended with organic matter. Apply a palm-specific slow-release fertilizer (with magnesium and micronutrients) three times per year to prevent common deficiency symptoms in Florida soils.
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Common questions
Is Majesty Palm a good plant for St. Augustine?
Majesty Palm is a palm for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 10-40 feet × 10-15 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.