Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sikkimensis
ID:
475741

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
J. Agric. Soc. India , n.s., 5: 164 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475073

Common Names

  • Musa Sikkimensis
  • Sikkim Banana
  • Sikkim Musa

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Synonyms

  • Musa hookeri King ex A.M.Cowan & Cowan [unknown]
  • Musa sapientum hookeri King [unknown]
  • Musa paradisiaca hookeri (King) K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Musa sikkimensis (also called the Sikkim banana, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with large, paddle-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Musa sikkimensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food and fiber.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Musa sikkimensis var. sikkimensis
Musa sikkimensis var. simmondsii A.Joe & M.Sabu

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Musa sikkimensis is a yellowish-orange, banana-like flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Musa sikkimensis is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is best done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of at least 70°F (21°C). The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Musa sikkimensis

Musa sikkimensis can be found in tropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Musa sikkimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Musa sikkimensis?

Musa sikkimensis

What is the common name of Musa sikkimensis?

Sikkim Banana

What is the family of Musa sikkimensis?

Musaceae

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,