blood banana (Musa acuminata 'Zebrina') plant — close-up photo
Moderate to grow

blood banana

Musa acuminata 'Zebrina'

Overview

Blood Banana, or Musa acuminata 'Zebrina', is a tropical, herbaceous and cold-sensitive perennial with bold, almost black-purple foliage. Its leaves are dark with light pink midribs and margins. During the late summer, late summer, dark pink or reddish, banana-like fruits can be harvested. It prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil and bright indirect light. Its flowers are often used as a food source since the plant is sterile and does not produce seeds. It can be propagated through suckers or offsets. Blood Banana is a unique-looking plant that is sure to bring drama and excitement to any garden.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average

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Light

full sun.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 9-11.

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Pruning

Best pruned in December, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September.

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Propagation

Tissue Culture, Air Layering Propagation, Cormlet Propagation, Division, Seed Propagation

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