View Full Version : Sikki Red Tiger pupping like crazy!!!!
Sodak
05-20-2007, 07:05 PM
I have a Sikkimensis Red Tiger that pups like mad. It won't grow any bigger than 18" high before the stem slows down, and then begins pupping again. The pot is about 12" across and there is about 20 small plants. It's growth habit reminds me more of a ginger plant than banana. Has anyone ever seen this in a Sikki before?
Gabe15
05-20-2007, 08:38 PM
They sound like water suckers, not good as planting material. These are sometimes induced from stress. I would say it wants a larger pot to grow in.
Sodak
05-20-2007, 09:54 PM
I would agree with that except the pot part. It has plenty of room since the roots have not filled much of the pot yet. The leaves on the older stems do look rather tired, almost like they have been burnt from overfertilization. It has continued this habit for over a year now, through different planting mediums, locations, etc. The pseudostems are a bit unusual. They are more oblong than round like most bananas. Have you ever seen this?
Thanks!
JoeS475
05-20-2007, 10:09 PM
Can you post a picture?
~Joe
Sodak
05-20-2007, 10:11 PM
Can you post a picture?
~Joe
I hope so. My wife is a pro photographer. She should be able to help me out. :rolleyes:
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