This dwarf suckering perennial is palm-like with upright growth forming psudostems from old leaf bases. It has large oblong dark green leaves and the tube-shaped yellow flowers appear terminally during summer followed by small reddish fruit.

Hardiness zones 9 to 12 

Musa velutina is naturally found in northern India growing in a protected sunny position on well drained organic rich moist soils and is frost and drought tender. 

This small banana tree is grown for its flowers and small fruit. It is planted in gardens as a specimen or in borders, establishing from division in one season. It is an excellent ornamental with long lasting flowers and fruit, suitable for a sub tropical setting or around water features. ID 2115

Musa (MYOOS-a) velutina (vee-loo-TIN-ah)

Musaceae (mew-SAY-see-ee)
Bananas