Banana (Musa balbisiana)
Wild Banana (Musa balbisiana) is a species native to Southeast Asia, known for its starchy, seedy fruit and importance in banana breeding.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Rich, well-draining loam with ample organic matter. Slightly acidic pH is preferred.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is 20-30°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed regularly during growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Bright, indirect light indoors.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Rich, well-draining loam with ample organic matter. Slightly acidic pH is preferred.
Ideal growing temperature is 20-30°C.
Protect from frost; minimum 10°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed regularly during growing season.
Use high-potassium fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Fruit, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-6 m
Spread
2-4 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, large, oblong
Flower Size
10-15 cm
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderZingiberales
- familyMusaceae
- genusMusa
- speciesMusa balbisiana
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes