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Musa acuminata

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Musa acuminata is a species of banana native to Southern Asia, its range comprising the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. Many of the modern edible dessert bananas are derived from this species, although some are hybrids with Musa balbisiana. First cultivated by humans around 8000 BCE, it is one of the early examples of domesticated plants.

FamilyMusaceae
GenusMusa
NativeAustralia
LifespanPerennial clonal system; individual shoot lifespan 9–18 months from emergence to fruiting

Growing Conditions

Provide the right environment for Banana Plant to thrive.

Sunlight

IdealFull Sun

Temperature

Ideal18-30°C

Watering

CareModerate

Soil

SoilWell-drained

Best Growing Environment

Native to Australia, South Asia, Southeast Asia.

Seasonal Care

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