Musa "Dwarf Orinoco"
Musa "Dwarf Orinoco"
Musa "Dwarf Orinoco"
Musa "Dwarf Orinoco"
Musa "Dwarf Orinoco"

Musa "Dwarf Orinoco"

Regular price $35.00 Sale price $25.00
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The 'Dwarf Orinoco' is a small vigorous plant that is solid green and has a thick stem. It is a heavy bearer of thick skinned fruit of very good eating quality. Dwarf varieties are great for your landscaping and are also great candidates for container growing.Plants produce huge paddle-shaped leaves that grow to 2' wide and to 6’ long. Leaf sheathes overlap to form a trunk-like pseudostem (false stem).

Plant Care Guide for Musa "Dwarf Orinoco":

Watering:

  • Water your Dwarf Orinoco banana plant frequently, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Use room temperature water and avoid letting the plant sit in standing water, as this can cause root rot.
  • Increase watering during hot weather or if the plant is grown in a dry environment.

Light:

  • Place your Dwarf Orinoco banana plant in bright, indirect light, avoiding direct sunlight.
  • Provide some morning or evening sun, but avoid exposing the plant to strong midday sunlight, as this can scorch the leaves.

Temperature:

  • Dwarf Orinoco banana plants prefer temperatures between 70-85°F (21-29°C).
  • Protect the plant from frost or extreme temperature fluctuations.

Humidity:

  • Dwarf Orinoco banana plants prefer moderate to high humidity levels.
  • Increase humidity by using a humidifier, placing a tray of water near the plant, or grouping it with other plants.

Soil:

  • Use a well-draining soil mix consisting of equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and sand.
  • Fertilize the plant every 2-3 months with a balanced fertilizer.

Toxicity:

  • Dwarf Orinoco banana plants are non-toxic to humans and pets.

By following these care tips, your Musa "Dwarf Orinoco" can thrive and produce its delicious and unique bananas.