Musa acuminata var. sumatrana x 'Grande Nain'

Also Known As

Musa sumatrana x
Sumatrana Banana Tree

Plant type

tree

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 8'

planting zones

10a-11

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Musa acuminata var. sumatrana x 'Grande Nain' plant details

Musa acuminata var. sumatrana x 'Grande Nain' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Musa acuminata var. sumatrana x 'Grande Nain'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: musaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: disease-resistant, edible, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Musa acuminata var. sumatrana x 'Grande Nain'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This one is a cross between a Gran Nain and a Zebrina. So it has the wider leaves like a Gran Nain and red and splotches like a Zebrina with the fruit of a Gran Nain. This one is new and sure to find a place in every gardeners back yards. 8-10 feet tall with a stout trunk.

By: Florida Hill Nursery

Gardening facts about Musa acuminata var. sumatrana x 'Grande Nain' plant

How to Grow Musa acuminata var. sumatrana x 'Grande Nain'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant