Indian Scarlet Banana Plant
Musa coccinea, or Indian Scarlet Banana, is a fast-growing herb reaching 2-3m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal uses.
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 10:10:10
Watering
High
Plant Weight
400-600 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 0.7
Yield Per Plant
10-20 kg/tree
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Rich in vitamins, boosts energy.
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
Banana Bunchy Top Virus (BBTV), Black Sigatoka, Panama Disease, Aphids, Root Rot.
Stunted growth, yellowing leaves, Dark streaks on leaves, Wilting, Curling.
Remove infected plants, control aphid vectors, neem oil, Use disease-resistant varieties, Improve drainage, reduce watering.