Ensete Ventricosum
3.8 out of 5 (4 experiences)
About Ensete Ventricosum
Maurelii is a perennial cultivar in the Musaceae (banana) family. It is named for J. Maurel who drew attention from the French in Ethiopia to the native red-leaved 'banana' looking plant. It's best grown in full sun with some shade in the hotter portion of the day. Courtyards, atriums, and walled gardens are ideal.
Taxonomy
Ensete ventricosum
Ensete
Musaceae
Zingiberales
Also known as
Abyssinian Banana, Abyssinian Banana, Enset, Ensete, Ethiopian banana and False banana
How to care for Ensete Ventricosum
How often to water your Ensete Ventricosum
Ensete Ventricosum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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Water 0.5 cups every
9
Finding light for Abyssinian Banana in your home
Ensete Ventricosum love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Ensete Ventricosum does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
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How to fertilize Ensete Ventricosum
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Ensete Ventricosum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
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Struggling Banana Plant So my banana plant grew so much over the summer and I was so happy with its growth. But now it’s struggling since having to move it inside. Anyone have any recommendations on how to save this?
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I just inherited an Abyssian Banana The base of the trunk is soft and squishy, and the leaves look very sad. Theyre dry and have a papery texture. Does that mean overwatered? Its been watered every few days for the past few weeks before I brought it home #AbyssinianBanana
Care Summary for Ensete Ventricosum
Ensete Ventricosum
Greg recommends:
0.5 cups every 9 days
< 1ft from a window
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.