Musa Ornata

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Contents 1 Species Name 1.1 Synonyms 2 Pictures 3 Description 3.1 Origin 3.2 Usage 4 Flowering 5 Cultivation 5.1 Known Afflictions 6 Research Notes 6.1 Members Growing This Banana 7 External

Species Name

Musa 'Ornata'

Synonyms

Pictures

Musa Ornata 'Royal Purple'

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Musa ornata "Standard Lavender"

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Description

• Genetic Group -

Rhodochlamys, 2n=22

Origin

• Date realized in trade -

Usage

Flowering

• Time To Bloom - 1 Growing Season from pup

• Time To Harvest -

Cultivation

• Mature Height -Ornata: 5 feet, Royal Purple: 3 feet

• Survival Zone -Ornata: at least Zone 8, same with Royal Purple

• Fruiting Zone - Zone 8a at least

• Cold Hardiness -Zone 8 at least

• Wind - Leaves are strong and withstand wind

• Sun - Full Sun

• Taste Description -

• Personal Notes -

• Growth tips -

Known Afflictions

• Pests - Leaf Roller Caterpillar

• Susceptible Diseases -

• Resistant Diseases -

Research Notes

• Links to useful discussion threads in the forum: Watch Royal Purple Bloom Process here;[1]

• Typical Price Range - $20 to $25 USD

Members Growing This Banana

External

• Links

  (Links to other useful pages on the web that mention this banana. Example: International Banana Society)

• Sources