Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
siamensis
ID:
836717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Häkkinen & Rich.H.Wallace

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Folia Malaysiana 8: 62 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836052

Common Names

  • Siamensis Musa
  • Musa Siamensis
  • Musa

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Description

Musa siamensis (also called 'Siamese Banana', among many other common names) is a species of banana tree native to Southeast Asia. It has large, oval leaves that are green in color and can reach up to 3 m in length. The flowers are small and yellow, and can be found in clusters of up to 10 blooms. It prefers humid, sunny environments and is commonly found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Musa siamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of food, beverages, and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Musa siamensis has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Musa siamensis is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Musa siamensis

Musa siamensis is native to the tropical rainforests of South East Asia. It can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Musa siamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Musa siamensis?

Musa siamensis

What is the common name of Musa siamensis?

Siamese Banana

What is the natural habitat of Musa siamensis?

Tropical rainforests

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

Markku Häkkinen (1946-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Häkkinen' in the authors string.
Richard H. Wallace: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rich.H.Wallace' in the authors string.