MUSA
INFO + CARE

genus: Musa L.

common name/s: Banana plant

type: gigantic herbaceous plants

family: Musaceae

native range: Indomalayan realm and parts of north-eastern Australasia.

zone: 10 to 11

height: up to 9 m

spread: to 4 m

type species: Musa acuminata Colla

bloom time: Seasonal bloomer

bloom description: Cream to yellow

sun: full sun

water: medium

maintenance: medium

soil type: loose, well-draining, 'breathing' potting mix

toxicity: non-toxic to pets and humans