Musa sikkimensis
Darjeeling Banana
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Darjeeling Banana (Musa sikkimensis) - Description
Musa sikkimensis, also called Darjeeling Banana is a species of the genus Musa. It is one of the highest altitude banana species and is found in Bhutan and India.
Darjeeling Banana (Musa sikkimensis) - Blooming
Blooms clusters of tubular flowers in summer followed by edible, cylindrical fruits.
Darjeeling Banana (Musa sikkimensis) - Growth
Plantains grow best in full sun, with protection from the wind, especially in the early growth stages. Ornamental plants should be repotted in spring, every year to every other year. Plant out species used in bedding when the threat of frost has passed. Pot up in fall. Musa works great as specimen plants in warm areas, but where not hardy (frost prone regions), plants should be raised in a temperate greenhouse. Temperate greenhouses have daytime temperatures set between 50-55ºF (10-13ºC), and a nighttime temperature of 45ºF (7ºC).
Darjeeling Banana (Musa sikkimensis) - Planting
When ripe, sow seeds at 70-75ºF (21-24ºC). Bananas are tropical plants and do not tolerate frost. For spring-sown seeds, pre-soak the seeds for 24 hours before sowing. In early spring, separate suckers, and remove older leaves to promote new growth. Conduct division every 3-5 years. Division entails propagating a plant by splitting it into 2 or more parts. Each part has its own root system and more than one shoot or dormant bud.
Darjeeling Banana (Musa sikkimensis) - Pest
Musa is prone to spider mites, mealybugs, aphids, burrowing nematode, cucumber mosaic virus, black leaf streak, wilt, and anthracnose.
Darjeeling Banana (Musa sikkimensis) - Interesting facts
There are around 40 species of Musa, endemic to areas in India, Bangladesh, Asia to Japan, and Australia. Plantains are usually cooked before eating. Bananas and plantains are the 4th largest fruit crop in the world.
Darjeeling Banana (Musa sikkimensis) - Soil and irrigation
Bananas grow best in soil that is fertile and humus-rich. Soil based potting mixes work fine for indoor plants. Water liberally during the growing season, keep just moist in winter.
