Name
Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
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| Lifespan (in Singapore) | Perennial |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Specimens were first introduced into cultivation in 2005 via Thailand ; exact origin of this variety is unknown. 'Siam Ruby' is the current trade name for this Banana. |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Herb to 3m tall |
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| Foliage | Leaves dull to bright reddish brown with irregular lime green blotches scattered along the leaf blade. Leaves may also be marked with white or very pale pink blotches in some specimens. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Foliage |
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| Landscape Uses | Small Gardens, Container Planting |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Lots of Water, Moderate Water, Occasional Misting |
| Plant Growth Rate | Fast |
| Rootzone Tolerance | Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils, Fertile Loamy Soils |
| Pest(s) | Chewing Insects, Sucking Insects |
| Propagation Method | Sucker, Division |
Foliar
| Foliage Retention | Evergreen |
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| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Brown, Green - Light Green, Red |
| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth |
Image Repository
Others
| Master ID | 31239 |
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| Species ID | 5634 |
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