Musa "Aurea" Variegated (Extremely Rare)

VARIEGATED BANANA – MUSA AUREA 🌿
An EXTREMELY rare, eye-catching variegated banana with bold yellow, lime, and deep green striping. Each plant develops its own unique patterning—ranging from marbling and streaking to broader sectoral bands. New leaves may emerge more vivid and show stronger variegation as they mature.

Photos are of actual plants from our collection — not stock images.
You will receive the same or similar plant with comparable size, health, and variegation. Reach out if you'd like options to choose from.

Grown and prepared with collector standards in mind.

IMPORTANT: Water immediately on arrival and adapt slowly to full sun if you're in a warmer climate that can support bananas outdoors.

📦 What’s Included

Every plant ships with a care package designed to support it through its first several months, including:

• Detailed care instructions
• Banana-specific fertilizer
• Kelp to reduce stress in future transplanting
• Direct support — we LOVE banana plants and are glad to provide advice and support throughout the life of your plant. We are only a message away!

🪴 How Our Plants Are Prepared

We take intentional steps to minimize stress and support long-term vigor before plants ever ship. Each plant is established in a well-draining, nutrient-rich soil blend rather than remaining in starter plugs.

Our growing mix includes organic and biological amendments such as kelp, marine-based nutrients, beneficial mycorrhizal fungi, and gentle, balanced fertilization to support strong root development and reduced stress in shipping and future transplanting.

🎨 About Variegation

Variegated bananas are naturally dynamic plants:

• Variegation patterns may differ and can change over time
• Bright light helps maintain strong coloration
• Variegated plants may grow slightly slower than non-variegated bananas

Variegation is warranted for 30 days under proper care.

☀️ Care Overview

• LIGHT: Bright light is essential. Indoors, place near a south-facing window and/or under strong full-spectrum grow lights. Outdoors, banana plants love full direct sun.
• WATER: Water deeply when the top inch of soil dries, allowing excess to drain.
• TEMPERATURE: Prefers warm conditions; protect from cold.
• ENVIRONMENT: Avoid sudden temperature changes and drafts.

Cooler climates: This plant must be grown indoors.

📝 Additional Notes

This banana type has been reported by growers to produce edible fruit under the right conditions, though fruiting is not guaranteed and depends on maturity, climate, and long-term care.

A great choice for banana collectors, variegated plant enthusiasts, and growers who enjoy watching plants develop over time.