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Sweet wild banana (Musa balbisiana balbisiana) | seeds, 10 pcs.

Sweet wild banana (Musa balbisiana balbisiana) | seeds, 10 pcs.

€5,95 EUR
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PRODUCES SEMI-EDIBLE FRUIT
  • Latin name: Musa balbisiana balbisiana
  • Danish names: Sødbanan, sød banan, sød vild banan
  • English names: Sweet banana, plantain

Together with Musa acuminata, this banana is considered one of the ancestors of the bananas we grow for consumption today. Its growth is fast and it has the classic banana plant shape with large green leaves on a tall stem. The flowers are large and red. It originates from South Asia.

- The fruits are edible, but it is not recommended due to the many seeds


Seed germination

Lightly scarify the seed with fine sandpaper or a nail file. Then soak in warm water for 24 hours. Sow the seeds in moist seed compost or cactus soil. Alternatively, place the seeds between layers of damp paper towel and put them in a sealed bag. Place in a bright, warm location.

Please note that it can take up to 6 months for the seeds to germinate!

Childcare

Should preferably be grown in a pot, even though it can tolerate low temperatures. Must still be brought indoors during the winter.

- Place in a bright spot, preferably in some sun
- Prefers shelter from the wind
- Good nutrient-rich and well-draining soil
- Keep moist
- Fertilize during the growing season

Size

Up to 10 metres

Difficulty level

Beginner

NB

Tolerates slightly lower temperatures than other bananas

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