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Red Banana Plant
Red Banana Plant
Red Banana Plant
  1. Red Banana Plant
  2. Red Banana Plant
  3. Red Banana Plant

Red Banana Plant

Original price was: ₹750.00.Current price is: ₹651.00.

Red Banana (Musa acuminata ‘Red Dacca’) Plant Details

Plant Name:

Red Banana

Plant Characteristics:

Botanical Name:

Musa acuminata ‘Red Dacca’

Common Names:

Red Banana, Red Dacca, Cuban Red Banana, Claret Banana

Type:

Tropical perennial herbaceous plant

Height:

6–10 feet in pots; up to 15–25 feet when grown in the ground.

Leaves:

Large, paddle-shaped leaves; bright green with reddish or maroon tinges.

Flowers:

  • Color: Purplish or reddish bracts that protect the inner flowers.
  • Shape: Bell-shaped inflorescence.
  • Fragrance: Mild and pleasant.
  • Bloom Season: Late summer to early autumn.

Fruits:

  • Shape: Shorter and plumper than common bananas.
  • Color: Reddish-purple peel with creamy, pink-tinged flesh.
  • Taste: Sweet and slightly tangy with hints of berry.
  • Harvest Time: 8–10 months after planting.

Native Habitat:

Southeast Asia; widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions.

Other Details:

  • Known for its striking appearance and nutrient-rich fruit.
  • Makes an excellent ornamental plant in gardens and patios.
  • Fruits are high in antioxidants, potassium, and Vitamin C.

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Planting Tips for Red Banana:

Growing Requirements:

  • USDA Zone: 9–11
  • Light: Full sun to partial shade.
  • Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil; slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5–7.0).
  • Watering: Requires consistently moist soil but avoids waterlogging.

Ideal Planting Time:

Spring or early summer.

Soil Preparation:

  • Mix garden soil with organic compost or well-rotted manure for fertility.
  • Add sand to improve drainage in clay-heavy soils.

Watering Routine:

  • Water deeply 2–3 times a week during active growth.
  • Reduce watering in cooler months.

Fertilizing:

  • Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season.
  • Supplement with potassium-rich fertilizers to enhance fruit quality.

Pruning:

  • Remove dead leaves and spent flower stalks regularly.
  • Thin out suckers to focus growth on the main plant.

Pest and Disease Control:

  • Common pests: aphids, spider mites, and banana weevils.
  • Diseases: Fusarium wilt and black leaf streak.
  • Treat with neem oil or appropriate fungicides and maintain good airflow.

Pollination Requirements:

Does not require pollination; produces fruit through parthenocarpy (self-fruiting).

Special Notes:

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