Dwarf Orinoco, Burro Plantain Plant Everglades Farm

Dwarf Orinoco, Burro Plantain Plant

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  • Healthy tree ready for planting or container growing
  • Multiple size options to match your preference
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Size (Measurement Includes Container)
Pick the size that fits your goal
Smaller Sizes (1 gal)

Starting size and the lowest upfront commitment. ~6 months old tree.

Medium Sizes (3 gal)

Medium option with a strong balance of size and value. ~1 year old tree.

Larger Sizes (7+ gal)

Largest available size for shipping and the most immediate visual impact. ~2year old tree.

Largest Size (15 gal)

Usually starting to produce fruit. ~3 year old tree. Available for pickup only.

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Florida-grown tropical fruit trees
50+ years combined growing experience
Grafted varieties for earlier fruit
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What arrives at your door
  • A live tree in the size you selected
  • Nursery container with fertilizer-enriched growing media
  • Protective packaging designed to keep the root ball stable in transit
  • After-delivery support if you have questions once it arrives
Care snapshot
  • Growth: Fast
  • Light: Full sun to partial shade.
  • Mature height: 6–12 ft
  • Mature width: 4–6 ft
  • Lifespan: 15–25 years
Full product details

Experience the Delight of Dwarf Orinoco Banana Plants from Everglades Farms!

  • Small, Vigorous Marvel: The 'Dwarf Orinoco' boasts a compact yet robust stature with lush, solid green foliage, making it a striking addition to any indoor or outdoor setting.

  • Abundant Yield, Unmatched Quality: Enjoy a prolific harvest of thick-skinned, luscious fruit that the 'Dwarf Orinoco' bestows. Each bite of its delectable produce exemplifies the pinnacle of eating pleasure.

  • Resilience Personified: Weather the elements with ease, as the hardy 'Dwarf Orinoco' stands strong against both chilling temperatures and gusty winds, supported by a sturdy stem.

  • Sunlit Glory: Flourishing in environments bathed in sunlight, the 'Dwarf Orinoco' radiates under the sun's embrace, thriving in both full or partial sun exposure.

  • Versatile Charmer: Adapting to diverse climates, the 'Dwarf Orinoco' transcends geographical boundaries, earning accolades worldwide for its adaptability.

  • Global Appeal: From Florida's Everglades Farms to gardens worldwide, the 'Dwarf Orinoco' banana plant boasts minimal curvature fruit that ripens harmoniously on the plant, ensuring an enchanting aesthetic and taste experience.

  • Space-Savvy Marvel: Embracing garden beds and containers with equal grace, the 'Dwarf Orinoco' averages 5-6 feet in height, while the dwarf variety reaches up to 8-9 feet.

  • Seamless Arrival: Carefully packaged in a 3-Gallon plastic container with soil, shielded by a triple layer of protection, ensuring a safe and healthy journey to your doorstep.

  • Zones of Prosperity: Flourishing within USDA hardiness zones 7b-11, the 'Dwarf Orinoco' banana plant readily adapts to a range of climates, perfect for diverse landscapes.

Unveil the enchantment of 'Dwarf Orinoco' banana plants from Everglades Farms, where nature's wonders intertwine with human ingenuity to create a botanical masterpiece that graces your garden with splendor. Whether you're a seasoned horticulturist or a budding green thumb, this plant promises a journey of growth, beauty, and boundless joy. Welcome this verdant gem into your world today!

🍌 Burro Banana Plant: Step-by-Step Guide to Successful Growth

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Key Features

Dwarf Orinoco Burro Plantain features compact growth, broad, paddle-shaped leaves, produces fragrant, medium-sized flowers, and yields sweet, creamy fruit with a hint of banana flavor.

Special considerations

The dwarf Orinoco burro plantain requires well-drained soil, regular watering, and protection from frost, necessitating special care and warm, humid conditions for optimal growth.

Growing and Care Instructions

Dwarf Orinoco Burro Plantain thrives in well-draining soil with regular watering, requires full sun to partial shade, tolerates temperatures between 60-95°F, benefits from balanced fertilizer every 6-8 weeks, and should be pruned to remove dead leaves and promote airflow.

  • Fertilizing

    Fertilize every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

  • Watering

    Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.

  • Light Requirements

    Full sun to partial shade.

Type Fruit-bearing
Lifespan 15–25 years
Growth Fast
Max Height 6–12 ft
Max Width 4–6 ft
USDA Growing Zone 9-11 map showing suitable planting regions

9-11 Container / 9-11 Outdoors

★★★★★
11/07/2025
Mark R. Verified

Healthy, full, and worth recommending

I have filled my greenhouse with many kinds of tropical fruit trees over the years.

The trees I received from Everglades Farm were the healthiest, fullest, and best packed I have seen. They arrived with beautiful green leaves, strong branching, and much better packaging than other vendors I have tried.

I highly recommend Everglades Farm and was very impressed with the nursery.

Thank you so much!

Mark R.