Musa ‘Malbhog’
Musa 'Malbhog' is an edible and ornamental, somewhat frost tolerant banana tree with tasty, fragrant fruit.
Musa ‘Malbhog’ is a rare banana tree that is somewhat frost tolerant if well protected. It is popularly grown in the Himalayas. The foliage is large and paddle-shaped with light burgundy-brown splotches. The fruit is delicious, small and plump with nice sweetness and fragrance. Young plants appreciate partial shade. Provide moist well-drained soil with heat, sun and humidity. Very pretty and fun to grow.
Common Name: Banana - [Citrus Pre-Order]
Family: Musaceae (The Banana Family)
Zone Hardiness: 9-11
Light: Full Sun
Height: 10-15'
Width: 8-10'
Primary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Secondary Bloom Colour: Green
Class: Deciduous
Type: Tender
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries: Yellow
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Light woodland and at forest margins
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