Traveler palms (Ravenala madagascariensis)

[Susan]

I am considering starting a back property line planting of traveler palms on our upcoming trip. I have checked Craigslist and various other nursery sites for plants and haven't found any(yet). Plenty of palms for sale, just not traveler palms.

I am wondering if these are suitable for Puna or would be more to the habitat of the Kona side of the island since they are related to the bird of paradise rather than a true palm.

Thanks in advance. Susan