Let us introduce you to the banana leaf plant. Although they are commonly called banana trees, banana leaf plants (Musa spp.) ...

The banana tree is not really a tree at all, its trunk (or ‘pseudostem’ as it is technically known) only lasts a few years before flowering and dying, allowing younger growth to take its place. There ...

Bring a tropical flair to your home with these easy-growing plants Reviewed by Barbara Gillette The edible banana is one of more than 80 species of flowering plants in the Musa genus. Bananas are huge ...

Cavendish or banana plant as it is more commonly known is becoming increasingly popular amongst houseplant owners. The plant is tropical and naturally grows in warm and humid climates, so it is ...

What is a good fertilizer for my banana tree? My tree is three years old, but has never produced fruit. Why is this and what can I do to help it produce bananas? There is a fertilizer specifically ...

Banana trees are a common feature in New Orleans-area landscapes. They are primarily grown for the tropical look they bring with their enormous leaves waving in the summer breezes. In addition to ...

The banana is so popular in Uganda that the locals eat about 250 kg each per year. In fact, the banana is so essential to their diet, that their word "matooke" means both "food" and "banana". The ...

How to care for banana plants It’s always worth remembering that a banana tree is a tropical plant. It needs plenty of sunlight, warmth and water in order to thrive. Ideally position your banana plant ...