Ensete ventricosum

Also Known As

Abyssinian Banana
Ethiopian Banana

Plant type

tree, perennial

size

H: 19'
W: 9'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Ensete ventricosum plant details

Ensete ventricosum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ensete ventricosum

Plant type: perennial tree
Plant family: musaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 9 FT wide, 19 FT tall
Uses: big leaves, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ensete ventricosum

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ensete ventricosum is a large banana tree cousin that can grow a massive base sometimes several feet wide and large green banana leaves will grow upright outward. One of the more ornamental aspects is the large red mid-veins that run down the leaves on top and bottom. It makes for a great center piece plant for tropical display or for a very large container. After 2 to 3 years once the plant is mature it can produce a very large dark red stark shape flower over 1 foot across. The plant is worth growing for the dramatic effect alone but the flower is something to behold.

By: Brian's Botanicals

If your looking for a humongous statement in the garden this is it! The Abyssinian banana is a massive plant with a very thick trunk. They have a red midrib and blue green enormous leaves. Very fast growers. Zone 8-10.