Musa salaccensis

Overview of Musa salaccensis:

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Musa salaccensis
genus	Musa
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species	salaccensis

Musa salaccensis is a species of wild banana native to Southeast Asia. It is a member of the genus Musa, which includes both the wild and cultivated bananas and plantains.

Description

Musa salaccensis is a perennial herb that grows up to 3-6 meters tall. The leaves are large, up to 3 meters long and 60 cm wide. The fruit is small, about 10 cm long, and has a distinctive red color.

Distribution and habitat

Musa salaccensis is native to Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It grows in a variety of habitats, from lowland rainforests to mountainous regions.

Uses

The fruit of Musa salaccensis is edible and is used in traditional medicine in some parts of its range. It is also used in horticulture as an ornamental plant.

Conservation

Musa salaccensis is not currently considered to be at risk of extinction, but like all wild bananas, it is threatened by habitat loss and the spread of banana diseases.

External links

• Bananas.org
• PROTA4U

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