Musa Basjoo

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Contents 1 Species Name 1.1 Synonyms 2 Pictures 3 Description 3.1 Origin 3.2 Usage 4 Flowering 5 Cultivation 5.1 Known Afflictions 6 Research Notes 6.1 Members Growing This Banana 7 External

Species Name

Musa basjoo

Synonyms

"Japanese Fiber Banana"

Pictures

(credit the flying dutchman)

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M. basjoo in Denver Colorado (zone 6)

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Varigated Basjoo

(credit Mark Hall)

Description

This is one of the most exciting bananas. The plant has long, slender, bright green leaves. M. basjoo is the world's cold hardiest banana It is hardy planted in ground -3F and with protective mulching it can survive temperatures reaching down to -20F. Its inflorescense is one of the most beautiful of all bananas. Strong fibers in the trunk of M. basjoo have been used to make fabrics. It is a great landscape plant, it lends a tropical appearance to any situation. This is a great addition for gardeners living in cold temperate areas. M. basjoo also does very well in containers and makes a good interior plant.

• Genetic Group -

Eumusa, 2n=22

Origin

China, Ryukyu Islands (Japan)

• Date realized in trade -

Usage

Ornamental

Flowering

• Time To Bloom -

• Time To Harvest -

Cultivation

• Mature Height - 12-18 feet

• Survival Zones - (5a-11)

• Fruiting Zone - (6a with protection) without protection... (8b-11)

• Cold Hardiness - The cold hardiest banana, will come back every year

when covered on the ground in winter.

• Wind -

• Sun - Full sun

• Taste Description - N/A

• Personal Notes -

• Growth tips -

Known Afflictions

• Pests - Spider Mites when indoors

• Susceptible Diseases -

• Resistant Diseases -

Research Notes

• Links to useful discussion threads in the forum:

  Musa Formosana = Musa Basjoo?

• Typical Price Range -

Members Growing This Banana

External

• Links

  (Links to other useful pages on the web that mention this banana. Example: International Banana Society)

• Sources