Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cheesmanii
ID:
474869

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.W.Simmonds

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 11: 479 (1956 publ. 1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474201

Common Names

  • Musa cheesmanii
  • Cheesman's Musa
  • Cheesman Musa

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Description

Musa cheesmanii (also called Musa, among many other common names) is a species of banana that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in a white, waxy coating, and its flowers are small and yellow. It is found in humid forests and is often found growing on trees.

Uses & Benefits

Musa cheesmanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Musa cheesmanii has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Musa cheesmanii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and full sun. It should be planted in well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Musa cheesmanii

Musa cheesmanii can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Musa cheesmanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Musa cheesmanii?

Musa cheesmanii

What is the family of Musa cheesmanii?

Musaceae

What is the common name of Musa cheesmanii?

Cheesman's Banana

Species in the Musa genus

Species in the Musaceae family

Ensete glaucum, Ensete homblei, Ensete livingstonianum, Ensete perrieri, Ensete superbum, Ensete ventricosum, Ensete lecongkietii, Musa acuminata, Musa alinsanaya, Musa aurantiaca, Musa balbisiana, Musa banksii, Musa basjoo, Musa beccarii, Musa boman, Musa borneensis, Musa bukensis, Musa campestris, Musa celebica, Musa cheesmanii, Musa coccinea, Musa exotica, Musa fitzalanii, Musa flaviflora, Musa gracilis, Musa griersonii, Musa hirta, Musa ingens, Musa insularimontana, Musa itinerans, Musa jackeyi, Musa johnsii, Musa kattuvazhana, Musa lanceolata, Musa lawitiensis, Musa lolodensis, Musa maclayi, Musa mannii, Musa monticola, Musa muluensis, Musa nagensium, Musa ochracea, Musa ornata, Musa paracoccinea, Musa paradisiaca, Musa peekelii, Musa rosea, Musa rubra, Musa salaccensis, Musa sanguinea,

References