Indian Blood Banana
Musa troglodytarum

Indian Blood Banana Plant 

Indian Blood Banana is a fast-growing herb that thrives in loamy, well-drained soil, producing edible bananas with medicinal properties.


Picture illustrating Indian Blood Banana plant

Habit

Herb

Height

2 to 4 m

Growth

Fast


Soil

Well-drained sandy soil

Shade

Partial

Moisture

High

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

India, Southeast Asia

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Humid

Temperature (°)

25 to 30

Humidity (%)

70 to 85

Potting media

Coir-perlite mix

Fertilizers

Organic manure, NPK 3:1:2

Watering

High

Plant Weight 

300-600 g

Flowering Time

Summer to Fall

Soil Ph level

5.5 to 6.5

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.0

Soil EC

0.4 to 1.0

Yield Per Plant 

25-35 kg/plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

3-4 yrs

Health Benefits

Rich in vitamins, aids digestion, and energy.

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

40% compost, 30% loam, 30% sand


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 3 months with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Fusarium Wilt Leaf Spot Aphids Powdery Mildew Root Rot

Yellowing and wilting leaves Brown or black spots on leaves Curling, yellowing leaves White powdery spots on leaves Yellowing, wilting leaves

Improve drainage, reduce watering Prune infected leaves, neem oil Neem oil, sulfur spray Prune affected areas, copper-based sprays Insecticidal soap, neem oil
In-Organic Remedies

Fungicides containing benomyl Copper-based fungicides Imidacloprid-based insecticides Myclobutanil-based fungicides Fungicides containing metalaxyl

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

Packed with potassium, fiber, and vitamins, beneficial for heart health, digestion, and energy.

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