Red Leaf Banana – Ensete ventricosum ‘Maurelii’ Live Tropical Plant | 1 Foot Tall | Includes 1 Gallon Pot Bold Red Foliage | Tropical Statement Plant | Patio & Landscape Favorite

Create a dramatic tropical look with Red Leaf Banana (Ensete ventricosum ‘Maurelii’), a stunning ornamental plant prized for its bold, wine-red and bronze foliage. This live plant is approximately 1 foot tall and ships in a 1-gallon nursery pot, healthy and well-rooted.

This palm-like beauty features huge, broad leaves that fan gracefully from a single trunk. The richly colored foliage with prominent veining makes it a striking focal point in tropical-inspired gardens, poolside landscapes, and large patio containers.

Evergreen in frost-free climates, this fast-growing ornamental banana adds instant height, color, and texture to outdoor spaces.

🚫 Shipping Notice:
We do not ship to Northern California ZIP codes beginning with 94, 95, or 96.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Red Leaf Banana plant
✔️ Height: approximately 1 foot tall
✔️ Shipped in 1-gallon nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, rooted plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Red Leaf Banana
Botanical Name: Ensete ventricosum ‘Maurelii’
Plant Type: Tropical ornamental plant
Growth Stage: Young plant
Sun Requirements: Partial to full sun
Soil: Rich, well-draining soil
Watering: Water regularly; keep soil evenly moist
Mature Height: 6–10 feet (in warm climates)
Growth Rate: Fast growing
USDA Zones: 10–11
Container Friendly: Yes (large containers recommended)

💡 Care Tip: Provide consistent moisture and regular feeding during the growing season for lush foliage. In cooler climates, grow in a container and move indoors before frost.