Banana Plant
Musa — The Fast-Growing Tropical Statement
Light
Bright — needs the brightest position available, ideally near a large window or skylight. Leaves become smaller and growth slows dramatically in medium light. Can handle some direct sun, which encourages larger leaves.
Water
High water demand — one of the thirstiest commercial interiorscape plants. Leaves curl inward and edges brown when underwatered.
Humidity
Prefers moderate to high humidity. Leaf edges brown in dry winter heating.
Temperature
18–27°C (65–80°F). Keep away from cold drafts and heating vents.
Difficulty
Moderate
Sizes
Tabletop · Mid-floor · Floor specimen
Banana plant, genus Musa, produces large, paddle-shaped leaves from a central pseudostem, with the compact 'Dwarf Cavendish' variety being the most practical choice indoors. It's a fast grower, putting out a new leaf every one to two weeks in summer, so the plant visibly changes through the growing season. Its scale and leaf size give a space real tropical presence.
In the Office
This plant needs the brightest position available — ideally near a large window or skylight — and growth slows noticeably and leaves shrink if the light is only medium. It's also one of the thirstiest plants Benji's installs, so it needs a placement where regular watering is realistic. Keep it away from vents, fans, and high foot traffic, since the large leaves tear easily.
Why Choose This Plant
Benefits for Your Office
- Non-toxic to cats and dogs, a safe choice for pet-friendly offices
- Fast growth means a new leaf every one to two weeks in summer, so the space visibly changes
- Large paddle-shaped leaves give strong tropical presence and scale in one plant
- Compact dwarf varieties bring the same look to spaces without full ceiling height
Where to Place It
Office Placement Ideas
- 1
Atriums or lobbies with skylights or large windows, where it gets the brightest light it needs
- 2
Open floor space away from air vents, fans, and busy walkways, since the big leaves tear easily
- 3
Bright breakout areas near glass, where fast summer growth keeps the space feeling alive
How to Care for It
Care Tips for Office Environments
- Water generously and often — this is one of the thirstiest plants we install, and curling, browning leaves mean it's underwatered
- Remove lower leaves as they yellow and die back — that's normal, not a sign of a problem
- Cut damaged leaves at the base of the stalk; torn leaves won't heal but can be trimmed for tidiness
- Keep it well away from cold drafts — sudden cold below 15°C (59°F) can blacken leaves overnight
Want Banana Plant in your office?
Our team will recommend the right variety and size for your space, deliver and install it, and keep it thriving with ongoing care.