<

Ensete glaucum

Family: Musaceae, Genus: Ensete

Description:

Ensete glaucum, also known as the snow banana, is a large ornamental plant native to the Himalayas and Southeast Asia. It features a thick, waxy pseudostem with a bluish tinge and can grow up to 10 feet tall. The plant's giant bluish-green leaves and swollen bulbous base add to its dramatic appearance. While its bananas' edibility is uncertain, the plant is used in various cultural practices and as animal feed.

Sources:
  1. [1] Ensete glaucum: Plant Delights. Visit Source
  2. [2] Ensete glaucum: Wikipedia. Visit Source
  3. [3] Ensete glaucum: Plant Delights. Visit Source

Shop for this Plant:

Last Updated August 18, 2025

Related Plants

Footer