Musa acuminata (Banana) - Image 13
Botanical name: Musa acuminata
Common names: Banana, Cavendish Banana
Family: Musaceae
Origin: Southern Asia
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 10-11
Cold tolerance: 30°F
Plant type: Fruit
Fruit type: Banana
Plant form: Large bush
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular; moderate
Flower color: Unusual color
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
Musa acuminata (Banana) bunch with red fruit hanging down from the thick central banana stem
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