Musa 'Hua Moa'

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: 10-12'

Type: Cooking

Hardiness: Zone 8-10

Major Pests: Borers, grasshoppers, and root nematodes

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

Origin: NA

The ‘Hua Moa’ is a sturdy plant with thick trunk that grows to 14 feet tall. It is of solid green color and medium wide leaves. The fruit of the ‘Hua Moa’ are very fat, growing to 3 inches or more in diameter and 10 to11 inches long The texture has no fiber at all and the effect when fried is just delicious. The plant is somewhat cold sensitive and can be injured by temperatures below 40°F. Although 'Hua Moa' is from a different geographical region than 'Popoulu' it is very possible that they are the same plant.

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