Need ID, photos provided
 

I really need to find out what type of banana this is and would very much appreciate any assistance. The first photo is an ariel view. It's a tad ragged but seems healthy enough.
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This is a view of the stem.
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This is a developing leaf.
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And finally, this is a pup attached to it.
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Thanks much, in advance, for any help you can provide!

Re: Need ID, photos provided
 

I would guess that it is a Super Dwarf Cavendish based on the red markings and the close spacing of the leaves.

Re: Need ID, photos provided
 

Yeah, that's exactly what I was thinking as well.

Re: Need ID, photos provided
 

Thanks much, dudes! But it looks like another fail. I suppose I can keep it as a bush but what I'm really hoping for is a banana tree that grows well in my zone and can get tall enough to provide shade; something fairly low maintenance preferably.

Re: Need ID, photos provided
 

Have you contacted other members of Bananas from within your area that might have suitable banana plants you can grow?
I noticed you have not pinned your location to the map yet. Might want to give that utility a closer look, it is useful... if everyone participates :)
Bananas.org - Member Map - Map of our member's locations!

Re: Need ID, photos provided
 

Thanks much! I hadn't really considered the utility of the Member Map before. I will definitely set that up and check it out. And I must say, this is one of the most congenial and helpful sites I've ever joined. At many sites, I wouldn't expect help from another member, let alone the Admin.

Re: Need ID, photos provided
 

Sorry, but was reading and never new about the map thing. Posted my info and I'm in the user list but not on the map?

Re: Need ID, photos provided
 

Apparently the map is more or less an elective utility. I would definitely take advantage of that particular feature, though! It seems an excellent way to locate useful information and resources. Btw, be sure to find your coordinates, in a road atlas, before you start. It will require them.

Re: Need ID, photos provided
 

Okay Thanks!