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Fruits

Banana

Musa spp.

Bananas are herbaceous plants belonging to the genus Musa, characterized by large leaves and a pseudostem. They are cultivated primarily for their edible fruit, which is rich in potassium, vitamins, and dietary fiber. Bananas are a staple food in many tropical regions and are also used in various culinary applications, including desserts and smoothies.

Calculate System for Banana
1500.00–2500.00mm
Water Need
365 days
Season
60.00–90.00cm
Root Depth
30,000 kg/ha
Yield
1,666
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: Jan – Dec (365 days)

Initial
Kc 0.400
30 days
Development
Kc 0.700
60 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.000
150 days
Late
Kc 0.800
30 days

Bananas thrive in warm, humid climates and require protection from strong winds. Common varieties include Cavendish, Red Dacca, and Plantain, each with unique characteristics and uses.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 1500.002500.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Low
Water Productivity: 10.000 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Furrow Irrigation50.00%

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 10.0°C – 35.0°C

Tropical Wet
ETo: 3.006.00 mm/day
Temp: 20.0°C – 32.0°C
Frost: none
Frost Tolerance: Very low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: High heat tolerance
Bananas prefer temperatures between 26-30°C. Protect plants from frost and strong winds, which can damage leaves and fruit.

Planting Layout

300.00cm
Row Spacing
200.00cm
Plant Spacing
1,666
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)200 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)80 kg/ha
Potassium (K)300 kg/ha
60
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
30
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
25
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Apply nitrogen and potassium in multiple splits throughout the growing season.
Organic Matter: Maintain 3-5% organic matter for optimal growth.

Yield Information

30,000
kg/ha
30.000
kg/plant
0.500
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Size, color, sugar content, and firmness

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