Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sakaiana
ID:
809869

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meekiong, Ipor & Tawan

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Folia Malaysiana 6: 132 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809203

Common Names

  • Musa sakaiana
  • Sakaiana Musa
  • Sakai Musa

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Description

Musa sakaiana (also called Saka Banana, among many other common names) is a species of banana native to the Saka Highlands of Sarawak, Malaysia. It is a small, slender banana plant with a short pseudostem and a single, erect leaf. It grows in tropical montane forests, usually at elevations of 1000–1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Musa sakaiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Musa sakaiana are white, with a yellow centre, and are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, winged capsules, and the seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Musa sakaiana is a small, perennial herb that grows to around 30 cm in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is tolerant of drought and frost. Propagation is by seed. Seed should be sown in spring in a well-drained seed raising mix and lightly covered with soil. Germination should occur within 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Musa sakaiana

Musa sakaiana is native to Malaysia and can be found in the states of Sabah and Sarawak.

Musa sakaiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Musa sakaiana?

Musa sakaiana

What is the natural habitat of Musa sakaiana?

It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in lowland forests and grasslands.

What are the common names of Musa sakaiana?

Common names for Musa sakaiana include Saka Banana, Wild Banana, and Mountain 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

Cheksum Supiah Tawan (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tawan' in the authors string.
I.B. Ipor: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ipor' in the authors string.
Kalu Meekiong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meekiong' in the authors string.