Musa sumatrana (Blood Leaf Banana) - Video 3

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

Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyOrnamental foliageSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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