Banana Heart/Puso ng Saging, Musa Ornata
Musa Ornata is one of more than 50 species of banana, it is usually grown for decorative purposes. It originated in southeast Asia and widely distributed throughout tropical regions. It grows up to 8 to 10 feet and produces pink flowers and small, dark pink or crimson fruit that tends to be inedible. The fruit is a banana that is seeded and also inedible. A fast grower, Musa Ornata provides a lush tropical feel to the garden, inflorescence and fruit are an interesting sight.
For all that you are and all that you do, and for the many ways you make my heart sing. ~ Leland Thomas
Linking to Macro Flowers Saturday and Today's Flowers
