Musa 'Bordelon'
Musa 'Bordelon'

Growing Information

  • Temp: For best growth above 65°F is recommended. Wind tolerant
  • Light: Full sun to no less than 30% shade. Foliage growers should use 30%-60% shade.
  • Soil: Good water holding capacity is needed
  • Mature Height: 9-14'
  • Type: Ornamental
  • Hardiness: : Zone 8-9
  • Major Pests: Borers, grasshoppers, and root nematodes
  • Diseases: Panama disease and Black Sigatoka (a leaf spot disease)
  • Origin: Bordelonville, Louisiana

First discovered in the Louisiana town of Bordelonville, this cultivar slightly resembles Musa acuminate ssp. Zebrine, the Blood Banana. Large ornamental foliage has maroon splotches on the upper surface and even more maroon on the underside; this cultivar also grows taller so it has more impact. Readily produces flowers and makes seeded, inedible fruit, which are also ornamental.