Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
jackeyi
ID:
475116

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Hill

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Rep. Brisbane Bot. Gard. : 7 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000474448

Common Names

  • Musa jackeyi
  • Jackey's Banana
  • Jackeyi Banana

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Synonyms

  • Musa hillii F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Musa jackeyi (also called Jackey's Banana, among many other common names) is a species of banana native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 10 meters tall. The leaves are large and paddle-shaped, and the flowers are yellowish-green. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Musa jackeyi is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and can be used to create a tropical look in a home or office. It is also used as a natural air purifier, as it can absorb pollutants from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Musa jackeyi is white and tubular in shape. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings have two cotyledons and are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Musa jackeyi is a tropical herbaceous plant native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It requires warm temperatures and high humidity to thrive. It should be grown in a potting mix that is well-draining and contains plenty of organic matter. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation can be done by division of the clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Musa jackeyi

Musa jackeyi is native to South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and along streams.

Musa jackeyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Musa jackeyi?

Musa jackeyi

What are the common names of Musa jackeyi?

Jackey's Banana

What is the natural habitat of Musa jackeyi?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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