BananaMusa sp.Banana Usage Information In Terrariums: Great as a leaf litter and soil amendment. Banana flower stalks especially ornamental, creating unqiue shapes. In Vivariums: Very suitable for animals and generally considered safe for many animals to feed on. The unique shape of the flower stalks are especially well suited for display with various animals. In Aquariums: Used in aquaria for adding tannins and helping adjust PH levels. The leaves will tend to be eaten by shimp, crabs and some fish relatively quick. Similar to indian almond. Flower sheaths last a little longer and flower stalks last a relatively long time, 1 year +/-. General Appearance: Leaves dry flat and medium brown. Due to the size of leaves the midrib is removed and th eleaves are cut into smaller peices. Please inquire if you require specific sizes. Flower sheaths dry to a dark color and curl up. They are excellent for hiding spots for smaller animals such as shimp or small terrestrial frogs. The flower stalk is the most unique of the banana plant. Its round stalk has elonngated protrusions where the flowers were attached. We have 2 sizes: Flowering stage and Fruiting stage. the flowering stage is a smaller stalk with cmaller, more tightly packed protustions. The fruiting stage are much thicker with alrger protusions that are further apart. Long Term: Leaves and flower sheaths last about 1 month in aquariums wiht species that feed on them Flower stalks last usually 1+ years depending on size. Other: For decorative arts & crafts related purchases, please let us know and we can quote the price for other forms of the products. For example, sun dried, machine dried, pressed (flat), whole dried for arrangements etc. Depending on production method, prices will vary as to the needs of the order. Banana Product Information Product: Dried Leaf Form: Whole air dried MOQ: 1 KG Availability: Year Round Supply Ability: 1,000 ± KG Annually Export: Yes Banana Product Information Product: Dried Flower Sheath Form: Whole air dried MOQ: 1 KG Availability: Year Round, Inquire Supply Ability: 500 ± KG Annually Export: Yes Banana Product Information Product: Flower Stalks: Large and Small Form: Whole air dried MOQ: 1 KG Availability: Year Round, Inquire Supply Ability: 1,000 ± KG Annually Export: Yes |
Variety | Form | MOQ | Price Tier Quantities | Packaging |
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Banana | Dried Leaves | 1 kg | 1kg, 100kg | Bulk Bags |
Banana | Dried Flower Sheaths | 1 kg | 1kg | Bulk Bags |
Banana | Dried Flower Stalks: Large | 1 kg | 1kg, 125kg | Bulk Bags |
Banana | Dried Flower Stalks: Small | 1 kg | 1kg | Bulk Bags |
PLEASE NOTE: The item(s) on this page are showcasing the dried botanical products from the described species. This includes seeds, which are to be assumed non-viable (may not germinate). Seeds are not treated in any way and thus one can safely assume viability may still be possible which, for some countries, import regulations may exist. All of Kada's Gardens Dried Botanicals are intended for use as ornamental decoration, the pet and animal industry, or for study. Nothing on this page, or any other Dried Botanical page, is intended for cultivation, human consumption or animal consumption. Some species/parts may be poisonous or cause irritation when misused. We hold no responsibility, nor liability, for misuse or improper storage conditions once shipped. Please take proper precautions according to the species and product type in question.
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Kada’s Gardens Team