Abyssinian-banana
Ensete ventricosum
Abyssinian banana is a dramatic tropical statement plant grown for its enormous paddle-shaped leaves and bold architectural form. It thrives in full sun to part shade with rich, moist soil and regular feeding during the growing season. In temperate climates it is grown as an annual or overwintered indoors, as it is not frost hardy.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
120″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Deeply And Thoroughly, Keeping Soil Consistently Moist But Ensuring Good Drainage To Prevent Root Rot
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Oct 21, 2012 by Salomon NOHRA (cc-by-sa)
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