Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

ID: 2372

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# spp.: N/A (from genus_families table) | 0 (from names table)

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Family: Musaceae

Family ja: バショウ

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Description en: Genus of 7 species of banana-like, monocarpic, evergreen perennials from lower mountain slopes in tropical Africa and Asia. They have large, paddle-shaped leaves growing from trunk-like pseudostems, which are formed by the bases of the old leaf-stalks. Cup-shaped flowers are produced in pendent, terminal inflorescences among large bracts. Fruits are banana-like but dry and unpalatable. In frost-prone areas, grow in a temperate greenhouse, or plunge outdoors during summer to provide subtropical effects in summer bedding. In frost-free climates, grow as specimen plants or in a courtyard.

Hardiness en: Frost tender.

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Propagation en: Sow seed at 18-21°C (64-70°F) in spring, after soaking in tepid water for 24 hours. Germination is erratic.

Pests en: Red spider mites and aphids may be a problem, especially under glass.

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Update information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41