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Musa × paradisiaca 'Ae Ae'
- height Height
- 35 cm
- swap_horiz Pot Size
- 10.5 cm
- volunteer_activism Care
- Moderate
- wb_sunny Light Needs
- Bright Indirect Light
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- water_drop Watering Needs
- Medium
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Musa × paradisiaca 'Ae Ae' () | Fast EU shipping | Grown with love in the EU | Pet-safe (with caution)
Summary: Bigger, bolder, and just as breathtaking — this variegated banana plant is the ultimate centrepiece for tropical plant lovers in European homes and urban jungles.
✨ Why You’ll Love the Musa × paradisiaca 'Ae Ae'
- Larger size delivers immediate visual impact in any room
- Striking white-and-green striped foliage unlike any other houseplant
- Highly sought-after collector’s plant, now available in a substantial pot size
- Perfect for spacious living rooms, sunrooms, or indoor plant corners
🌞 Light & Placement
Needs bright, indirect light to maintain vivid variegation. Ideal placement is near windows with filtered light. Avoid prolonged direct sun exposure.
💧 Water & Humidity
Water when the top 2–of soil feel dry. Keep humidity high, especially during dry winter months in European interiors. Loves regular misting or a pebble tray setup.
🪴 Soil & Potting
Plant in a well-aerated mix with drainage — use potting soil mixed with perlite and coco coir or bark. Ensure the pot has proper drainage holes to prevent root rot.
🐾 Toxicity & Safety
Generally non-toxic, but can cause mild digestive upset if eaten by pets. Best kept elevated or in pet-free zones.
🌱 Growth & Propagation
This larger specimen has a head start in growth. Expect upward development and fuller foliage with time. Propagate by separating well-developed pups at the base.
📆 Seasonal & Special Care
Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced fertiliser. In colder months, reduce watering and keep plant away from cold drafts or radiators.
🐛 Common Issues
- Leaf edges browning: usually due to low humidity or inconsistent watering
- Pale or all-green leaves: may indicate insufficient light
- Root rot: caused by overwatering or compacted soil
🧬 Botanical Background
Musa × paradisiaca 'Ae Ae' is a rare variegated banana cultivar, renowned for its painterly striped leaves. Native to tropical climates, it thrives as a houseplant in bright, warm European interiors, and is adored for its ornamental foliage rather than fruit production.
🛒 Ready to transform your home into a jungle paradise?
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Quick care table
Plant care at a glance
| Care factor | Musa × paradisiaca 'Ae Ae' |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Light | Bright Indirect Light |
| Humidity | Medium |
| Pet safe | true |
| Best for | Indoors |
Shipping Information
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- All orders are subject to a €25 minimum order value requirement
- All orders are hand-picked and shipped from the Netherlands
- Plastic-free materials when possible
- Orders are usually processed in 1-3 working days and shipped via DPD and their international partner carriers
- At times, orders may take up to 7 days to ship
- Orders to Germany Free shipping over €60. Free shipping all other EU countries* at €100 (Except Malta and Cyprus)
- Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on delivery country:
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Size: Medium - P11 H35
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