BANANA 'Sulawesi' --Musa acuminata x. tomentosa--

A rare variety of the well known and variable Musa acuminata, endemic to northern Sulawesi, Indonesia. It has purplish brown petioles and would make a beautiful ornamental for tropical climates.Cultural RequirementsSun Exposure Full sun from early ageLight shade when youngLight shade in dry, hot climatesLight shade in all climatesFrost Tolerance NoneWind Tolerance LowAppearanceGrowth Rate Very fastGrowth Form Palmlike TreeHerbaceous TreeOrnamental Value BeautifulUsesProperties EvergreenHazards Child and Pet FriendlyGardening LandscapingOrnamentalPotted