Red Abyssinian banana | Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii'

Red Abyssinian banana | Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii'Red Abyssinian Banana Bold, Tropical, Unmistakably Dramatic Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii' is one of the boldest, most dramatically coloured foliage plants you can grow in the UK. Enormous paddle shaped leaves emerge flushed with deep blood red midribs and undersides, fading to a rich olive burgundy above, creating an intensity of colour that makes most other garden plants look quite understated. This is tropical drama at its very best. Plant

Beneath the arching fronds

eclectic vibe

6 metres in height and 1 metre in width but it can take up to 12 years to reach maturity

Each leaf boasts a vibrant green center accented with lighter green or creamy margins

rippled leaves that radiate upward in a rosette form

improving the air quality in your space-making it an excellent choice for those with respiratory sensitivities or allergies

effortlessly blending into any design style

these plants love humidity so will do really well in a bathroom or kitchen

and it will deliver something truly spectacular

Overall Plant Height (with pot): 30-40 cm

Fits 15-17 cm growing pots

the Banyan Tree is one of the best species to grow as a houseplant