Musella lasiocarpa
Musella lasiocarpa, the golden lotus banana, is an ornamental with large, blue-green leaves dramatic flowers.
Musella lasiocarpa, commonly known as Chinese yellow banana or golden lotus banana, is a relative of the true bananas. It is extremely hardy down to zone 7a and grows as a dwarf, suckering plant with many green to blue-green paddle shaped leaves. When a trunk is mature, it produces an large, dramatic, star-shaped cluster of bright yellow bracts which protect the yellow tubular flowers. This species is non-fruiting but has wonderful foliage and flowers and stays at a nicely manageable size. Adds a touch of botanical intrigue and tropical flare to the garden, patio and container.
Common Name: Golden Lotus Banana
Family: Musaceae (The Banana Family)
Zone Hardiness: 7-11
Light: Full Sun Part Sun
Height: 4-6'
Width: 3-5'
Primary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Secondary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Class: Semi-evergreen
Type: Shrub
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Moist
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Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
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