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Phillip Christopher
07-18-2013, 01:25 PM
http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=53734&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=53734&limit=recent)

Hello, my name is Phillip. I am new to this forum and to growing banana plants. I would like to grow several types of bananas and have recently planted a California Gold, a Raja Puri, a Gran Nain and one that I hope someone can help me identify.
This was supposed to be a Golden African also known as Gold Rhino Horn. I bought it from a place in Georgia that I read was less than reputable and was told that Golden African banana plants do not have variegated leaves. A Dwarf Cavendish maybe? It was my own fault for not reading the customer reviews before purchasing. I have two questions... Has anyone else had a problem receiving the wrong types when ordering online and is it possible to identify the banana plant type from this photo. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Rebel
07-19-2013, 10:18 AM
I'm fairly new to Banana growing but looks like Musa Poquito

Phillip Christopher
07-19-2013, 11:21 AM
Thanks Rebel, I appreciate the info. I can see that there is a lot to learn about banana plants. I should have known that before buying them. I have grown oranges and lemons for several years and I should have known better.
Thanks again,
Phillip

blownz281
07-19-2013, 11:46 AM
Yes could be that type as I have one. Its a Cavendish type thats for sure.

Yug
07-19-2013, 01:53 PM
Yes could be that type as I have one. Its a Cavendish type thats for sure.

Yeah, that's what I thought with the 'blood' marks on it.