{"product_id":"blood-banana","title":"Blood Banana","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"174\" data-end=\"199\"\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"199\"\u003eBasic Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"251\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"251\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"222\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"239\"\u003eMusa sumatrana\u003c\/em\u003e 'Zebrina'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"252\" data-end=\"332\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"332\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"271\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blood Leaf Banana, Zebrina Rojo, Sumatra Ornamental Banana\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"333\" data-end=\"359\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"346\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"357\"\u003eMusaceae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"431\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"362\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Southeast Asia, particularly Sumatra and Java\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"443\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ornamental banana cultivar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"477\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"500\"\u003e🍃 \u003cstrong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"500\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"605\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"605\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, paddle-shaped with green and red marbling on the top and solid maroon undersides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"651\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"651\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"623\"\u003ePseudostem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red to burgundy in color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows 6–8 feet tall in the wild; container-grown specimens are typically maintained at 3–5 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eFlowers \u0026amp; Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces yellow flowers followed by small, seeded bananas. The fruit is edible but often considered less palatable due to its seeds. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littleprinceplants.com\/our-plants\/plant-solutions\/prince-of-paradise\/musa-sumatrana-zebrina-rojo-banana\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/littleprinceplants.com\/our-plants\/plant-solutions\/prince-of-paradise\/musa-sumatrana-zebrina-rojo-banana\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eLittle Prince To Go\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"961\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e for optimal growth and vibrant coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eIn hot, arid climates, light afternoon shade can help protect the plant and maintain its variegation. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/plant\/musa-acuminata-zebrina?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/plant\/musa-acuminata-zebrina?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eGardenia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eRequires \u003cstrong data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003econsistently moist soil\u003c\/strong\u003e that does not dry out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eBest grown in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soil. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.missouribotanicalgarden.org\/PlantFinder\/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=265584\u0026amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.missouribotanicalgarden.org\/PlantFinder\/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=265584\u0026amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eMissouri Botanical Garden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best suited for zones 9–11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1613\"\u003eIn cooler climates, it can be grown in containers and brought indoors during colder months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eTolerates brief periods of cold but may suffer damage below 32°F (0°C). \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/plant\/musa-acuminata-zebrina?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/plant\/musa-acuminata-zebrina?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eGardenia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e🌸 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clumping, upright perennial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch heavily for winter protection in colder climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular feeding during the growing season promotes healthy growth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littleprinceplants.com\/our-plants\/plant-solutions\/prince-of-paradise\/musa-sumatrana-zebrina-rojo-banana\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" alt=\"https:\/\/littleprinceplants.com\/our-plants\/plant-solutions\/prince-of-paradise\/musa-sumatrana-zebrina-rojo-banana\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[9px] font-medium transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]!\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-[15ch] grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003eLittle Prince To Go\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003e🐾 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2044\"\u003eAdditional Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2159\"\u003eWhile the fruit is technically edible, its small size and seed content make it less desirable for consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003eThe plant is primarily grown for its ornamental value, adding a tropical flair to gardens and landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"5bc8b5b5-b3ac-4426-a7c5-f21d6353cd1c\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-95\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] thread-sm:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] thread-lg:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] thread-lg:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"7ebb0a02-9ca2-4358-8a99-1f7d85efef7b\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2312\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003eIf you're considering adding the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003eMusa sumatrana 'Zebrina'\u003c\/strong\u003e to your collection, it's an excellent choice for those seeking a striking, low-maintenance tropical plant. Its unique foliage and manageable size make it suitable for both indoor and outdoor settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\" class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Happy Monstera Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52826371719457,"sku":"sku-41914772717623","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/5466\/6529\/files\/IMG_20260224_142911014.jpg?v=1781058933","url":"https:\/\/dzv8qz-7z.myshopify.com\/products\/blood-banana","provider":"Thorn \u0026 Tome","version":"1.0","type":"link"}