Musa 'Dwarf Namwah'

Growing Information

Temp: For best growth above 65°F is recommended. Wind tolerant

Light: Full sun to no less than 30% shade. Foliage growers should use 30%-60% shade.

Soil: Good water holding capacity is needed

Mature Height: 8-10'

Type: Dessert

Hardiness: Zone 8-10

Major Pests: Borers, grasshoppers, and root nematodes

Diseases: Panama disease and Black Sigatoka (a leaf spot disease)

Origin: NA

Also known as pisang awak and other names through out the world, this group of lady finger bananas produce large sized bunches of sweet delicious fruit that is prized in the Indoesian areas as well as the U.S. Somewhat sensitive to Panama disease (fusarium wilt).

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