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Musa sikkimensis

Also Known As

  • Musa hookeri
  • Sikkim Banana

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 10'-14'
  • W: 8'-12'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Musa sikkimensis plant details

Musa sikkimensis is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with red foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and high water. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Musa sikkimensis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: musaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen red
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 10 FT - 14 FT - tall
Uses: big leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Musa sikkimensis

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: high
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Grown from seed/rich dark green foliage

Gardening facts about Musa sikkimensis plant

How to Grow Musa sikkimensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • high
  • Soil Needs

    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 4'-15'

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  • even moisture - high
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Zones

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Width: 3'-8'

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  • even moisture - high
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Zones

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Size

Height: 5'-7'

Width: 2'-5'

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  • even moisture - high
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-8'

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Zones

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Width: 2'-5'

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