Musa Pisang Ceylon

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Cultivar Name

Musa pisang 'ceylon' Musa 'Mysore' Musa 'Misi Luki'

Synonyms

Pictures

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Credit: Backyard Banana Joe

Description

Pisang Ceylon is a 'Mysore'.

  • Genetic Group - AAB

Origin

  • Date realized in trade -

Usage

Desert banana

Flowering

  • Time To Bloom -
  • Time To Harvest -

Cultivation

  • Mature Height - 12-16 feet tall in zones 9/10. 14-15' reported in San Diego.
  • Survival Zone - 8-10
  • Fruiting Zone-
  • Wind-

very wind sensitive...... Thin trunks.

  • Sun - Full sun
  • Taste Description - berry flavor I think
  • Personal Notes -
  • Growth tips - It may need propping.


Known Afflictions

  • Pests - Borers, grasshoppers and root nematodes
  • Susceptible Diseases - Panama disease and black sigatoka
  • Resistant Diseases - Banana streak virus

Research Notes

  • Links to useful discussion threads in the forum:
  • Typical Price Range -

Members Growing This Banana

External

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