Indian Red Banana Plant
Musa acuminata, or Indian Red Banana, is a fast-growing herb reaching 2-3m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal properties.
Habit
Herb
Height
3 to 5 m
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, loamy soil
Shade
Full
Moisture
High
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
India, Southeast Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Humid
Temperature (°)
25 to 30
Humidity (%)
60 to 80
Potting media
Coir-perlite mix
Fertilizers
Organic compost, NPK 08:10:08
Watering
High
Plant Weight
500-700 g
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Soil EC
0.3 to 0.8
Yield Per Plant
10-20 kg/tree
NPK ratio
08:10:08
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Rich in potassium, improves digestive health.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Stunted growth, mottled leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves, White powdery coating on leaves.
Remove infected plants, use resistant varieties, Insecticidal soap, Neem oil.
Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides containing sulfur.