Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bauensis
ID:
797701

Status:
valid

Authors:
Häkkinen & Meekiong

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Syst. Biodivers. 2: 170 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000797034

Common Names

  • Musa Bauensis
  • Bauensis Musa
  • Bauensis's Musa

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Description

Musa bauensis (also called 'Bau's Banana' and 'Bau's Plantain', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Musaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Musa bauensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can be used as a hedge or border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Musa bauensis is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Musa bauensis is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to shape and will flower in late spring and summer.

Where to Find Musa bauensis

Musa bauensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos.

Musa bauensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Musa bauensis?

Musa bauensis

What type of plant is Musa bauensis?

Musa bauensis is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Musa bauensis?

Musa bauensis is native to New Guinea

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.
Kalu Meekiong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meekiong' in the authors string.