Musa sikkimensis (Sikkim Banana)

Sun to Part SunZone: 8-10, guessing 160" tall Origin: Himalayas

(syn: M. hookeri) Well, are you up for a new gardening experience? We are excited to again offer this little-known hardy ornamental banana hailing from high montane forests of the northeast Himalayas. Reportedly, the trunks can reach 14' in height with a diameter of 18" or, in other words, about the size of an NFL offensive lineman. The leaf backs emerge a dazzling cinnamon-red. To say these bananas are edible is about like saying that Himalayan bathrooms are comfortable...both have an aroma, but that's about it. Pot size: 2 qt. (1.892 L)