chuối rẻ quạt
Definition
- Noun:
- Traveller's Palm: A type of large, ornamental plant native to Madagascar, scientifically known as Ravenala madagascariensis. It is not a true palm but a member of the bird-of-paradise family (Strelitziaceae). It is named for the distinctive, large, fan-like arrangement of its leaves, which resemble a hand-held fan (quạt) and can collect rainwater, providing a source of water for travellers.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Công viên trồng nhiều cây chuối rẻ quạt để tạo bóng mát và cảnh quan. (The park plants many traveller's palms to create shade and landscape.)
- Lá chuối rẻ quạt xòe ra như một chiếc quạt giấy khổng lồ. (The leaves of the traveller's palm spread out like a giant paper fan.)
Advanced Usage
- The name "chuối rẻ quạt" is a purely descriptive Vietnamese term. In scientific and international contexts, the Latin name or the English common name "Traveller's Palm" or "Traveller's Tree" is used.
Variants and Related Words
- Cây chuối rẻ quạt: The full term, emphasizing it is a tree/plant.
- Ravenala: The scientific genus name, often used in botanical contexts.
- Traveller's Tree: Another common English name, referencing the same plant.
Synonyms
- Traveller's Tree: A direct synonym in English.
- Ravenala madagascariensis: The precise scientific name.
Notes
- Despite having "chuối" (banana) in its name, it is not related to the banana plant (). The name likely comes from the superficial resemblance of its leaf stalks or growth form to a banana plant.
- It is a popular ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical gardens worldwide for its dramatic, symmetrical foliage.