Banana sapling

The Banana sapling is a valuable item in Old School RuneScape, allowing players to cultivate their very own banana trees. When planted in a plant pot, this sapling will grow into a fruitful banana tree, which can yield a bountiful harvest of bananas, a staple food item for adventurers. To successfully grow a banana sapling, players must have a Farming level of at least 30 and access to a suitable farming patch, typically found in Karamja. This item provides not only sustenance but also contributes to various cooking and trading activities within the game.

Once matured, banana trees can be harvested for bananas, which are especially useful for low-level players due to their healing properties. Moreover, bananas can be used in several recipes or for making dishes such as banana bread. Growing banana saplings can also be a lucrative endeavor, as bananas are frequently sought after by players for their versatility. Whether you are embarking on a long quest or preparing for a battle, the banana sapling is an essential item for any aspiring farmer in Gielinor.

Released	12 January 2021 (Update)
Members	Yes
Quest item	No
Properties
Tradeable	No
Equipable	No
Stackable	No
Noteable	No
Options	Plant, Drop
Examine	A sapling that can grow into a banana tree.
Values
Value	2 coins
High alch	0 coins
Low alch	0 coins
Weight	0.3 kg

Overview of the Banana Sapling

The Banana sapling is a valuable item in Old School RuneScape (OSRS) used for farming. It is the starting stage of the banana tree, which grows into a fruitful tree yielding bananas, one of the most sought-after food items in the game. Players can use bananas to heal health points, making them a useful resource for adventurers.

How to Obtain a Banana Sapling

Banana saplings can be acquired in several ways:

Farming Guild: Players can purchase banana saplings from the Farming Guild for 60 coins.
Seed Packs: Banana saplings can also be obtained from seed packs acquired through various activities like Treasure Trails or farming.
Other Players: Trading with other players is another viable way to get a banana sapling. Prices may vary based on demand.

Requirements for Planting Banana Saplings

To grow a banana tree from a sapling, players must meet specific requirements:

Farming Level: A minimum Farming level of 30 is required.
Planting Location: Players must find a suitable farming patch, typically located in Karamja or the Farming Guild.
Gardening Tools: A spade is necessary for planting the sapling.

Growing a Banana Tree

After planting the banana sapling in a farming patch, players can expect the following:

Growth Time: It takes approximately 8 hours to fully grow a banana tree.
Watering: Banana trees do not require watering, but players can apply super compost to increase yield.
Health of the Patch: Regularly checking the health of the patch is crucial. A healthy patch yields more bananas upon harvesting.

Harvesting Bananas

Once the banana tree is fully grown, players can harvest bananas:

Banana Yield: Each harvest can yield between 2 to 5 bananas.
Experience Points: Harvesting bananas grants 0.5 Farming experience per banana.
Respawn Time: After harvesting, bananas will respawn in the patch after minute intervals.

Uses of Bananas

Bananas serve several important purposes in OSRS:

Food Source: Each banana heals 2 hitpoints, making them a quick and easy food source.
Cooking: Players can use bananas in various recipes, such as banana bread.
Alchemy: Bananas can be used in potion-making, particularly for super restore potions.

Fruit Basket and Trading

Players can store harvested bananas in a fruit basket to save inventory space:

Fruit Baskets: A fruit basket can hold up to 10 bananas.
Trading: Bananas are often traded among players for various items, making them a practical choice for trade.