Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

Details of genus: Musa [1623]

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genus_en: Banana, Plantain

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Family: Musaceae

family_ja: バショウ

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description_en: Genus of 40 species of evergreen, palm-like, suckering perennials found in light woodland and at forest margins, in N.E. India and Bangladesh, and from S.E. Asia to Japan and N. Australia. The leaf-blades are huge and often paddle-shaped (although the shape may vary) and light to mid-green, or grey-green; the leaf-sheaths form false stems. In summer, clusters of tubular flowers are produced from the axils of broad, coloured bracts in erect or pendent spikes. The cylindrical fruits are edible; several different species and cultivars produce the bananas of commerce. In frost-prone areas, grow in a temperate greenhouse (in a border or containers), or plant out in a subtropical, summer bedding scheme. In warmer climates, grow as specimen plants.

hardiness_en: Frost hardy to frost tender.

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propagation_en: Sow seed as soon as ripe at 21-24°C (70-75°F). Pre-soak spring-sown seed for 24 hours. Separate suckers in early spring, removing the older leaves to allow better establishment. Divide established clumps every 5 years.

pests_en: Red spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids may be trouble-some, particularly under glass.

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comment_ja: バナナ(banana)

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Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2020-09-04 03:56

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