Musa sumatrana (Blood Leaf Banana) - Image 10

Botanical names: Musa sumatrana, Musa acuminata subsp. zebrina

Common name: Blood Leaf Banana

Family: Musaceae

Origin: Southeast Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 8-11

Cold tolerance: 20°F

Plant type: Fruit
Fruit type: Banana
Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large or medium tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
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Musa sumatrana (Blood Leaf Banana) green leaves with maroon markings plant from above
Musa sumatrana (Blood Leaf Banana) with distinctive maroon markings across the elongated green foliage.
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