Musa velutina

Pink Banana

With its fruits covered in bright pink fuzz and its elegant appearance, the pink banana tree is one of the most remarkable botanical curiosities of tropical gardens. Less known than banana trees cultivated for their fruit, it captivates with its ornamental appeal and striking colors.

Visible au jardin

Our Species

Pink Banana

Nom scientifique :

Musa velutina

Nom vernaculaire :

Pink Banana

Carte d’identité
de l’espèce

Native to the foothills of the Himalayas, the pink banana plant is a species valued for its lush foliage and its clusters of vibrant pink fruits. Cultivated in many tropical botanical gardens, it attracts attention both during its flowering and fruiting periods.

Famille :

Musaceae

Origine géographique :

India and Northeast Himalaya

Taille :

1.5 to 3m

Floraison :

April to October

Habitat :

Tropical rainforests, clearings, and tropical gardens

Classe :

Liliopsida (Monocotylédones)

Ordre :

Zingiberales

An ornamental banana tree with spectacular fruits

The pink banana tree develops large green leaves that resemble those of other species in the genus Musa. Its compact habit, however, allows it to easily find its place in ornamental gardens.

At the tip of the plant, an inflorescence appears, composed of bright pink bracts that attract numerous pollinators. After flowering, small clusters of fruit form, covered with a fine pink fuzz, a unique characteristic of the species.

When the fruits ripen, their skin naturally opens to reveal a whitish flesh containing numerous black seeds. Unlike commonly consumed bananas, the fruits of the pink banana tree are primarily valued for their ornamental appeal.

Like the heliconias, the alpinias or the porcelain roses, this species contributes to the richness of spectacular flowering tropical plants found in Caribbean gardens.

Découvrez nos autres espèces botaniques

Aluminum plant

Featuring dark green foliage adorned with large silver patches, the aluminum plant brightens up shaded areas of the garden. This small tropical plant is prized for its ornamental appeal and easy care.

Découvrir l’espèce

Anthurium

With its large, colorful spathes and glossy foliage, the anthurium is one of the most prized tropical plants for its elegance. A common sight in many Caribbean gardens, it adds lasting touches of color throughout the year thanks to its exceptionally decorative blooms.

Découvrir l’espèce

Heliconia

Avec ses inflorescences spectaculaires aux couleurs vives, l’héliconia est l’une des plantes les plus emblématiques des jardins tropicaux. Ses bractées rouges, orange, jaunes ou roses apportent une touche exotique remarquable et attirent de nombreux pollinisateurs.

Découvrir l’espèce