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Musa 'African Red'

Also Known As

  • African Red Banana

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 5'-6'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Musa 'African Red' plant details

Musa 'African Red' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen tree with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and high water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Musa 'African Red'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: musaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: big leaves, showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Musa 'African Red'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: high
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A small ornamental banana with beautiful deep red inflorescence. This is a very desirable banana.

By: Tejas Tropicals

Gardening facts about Musa 'African Red' plant

How to Grow Musa 'African Red'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • high
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen

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aka Musa '1000 Fingers', Banana

Plant Type

Tree, Perennial

Zones

8a-10b

Size

Height: 8'-20'

Width: 4'-15'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - high
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aka Banana

Plant Type

Tree, Perennial

Zones

8b-11

Size

Height: 9'-14'

Width: 3'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - high
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aka Banana

Plant Type

Tree, Perennial

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 5'-7'

Width: 2'-5'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - high
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aka Musa 'Cardaba', Banana

Plant Type

Tree, Perennial

Zones

9a-12

Size

Height: 8'-12'

Width: 3'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - high
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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Perennial, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

8b-12

Size

Height: 5'-7'

Width: 2'-5'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • even moisture - regular
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