Abyssinian banana
Formats
Abyssinian banana or False banana is a tropical plant of ornamental use due to its spectacular leaves.
Indoor as well as outdoor plant in warm and humid climates.
It can reach 3-4 metres in height with very large, deep green leaves with purplish-red margins, veins, undersides and trunk.
It does not produce fruit. In its native countries the edible root is often used for food and fibre production.
Use
Balcony & Courtyard, Singular, Wild garden, Urban garden, Coastal garden, Baskets & Containers
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Foliage
| Foliage persistence | Evergreen |
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| Foliage colour | Red, Green |
Botanical information
| Common name | ENSETE VENTRICOSUM ’Maurelii’ - Abyssinian banana |
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When to plant?
| Planting period | March, April, May, October, November, Spring, Autumn |
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Where to plant?
| Type of use | Balcony & Courtyard, Singular, Wild garden, Urban garden, Coastal garden, Baskets & Containers |
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| Exposure | Partial shade, Sun |
| Soil type | Humus, Rich |
| Soil moisture | Well-drained |
| Hardiness | No drought resistant, Hardy |
| Climate zone | Sub-tropical, Tropical, Warm areas |
Care
| Watering | Regular |
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