Overview
Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F) is a suckering conservatory greenhouse in the genus Musa, part of the Musaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include coastal, architectural and wall side borders.
About
Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) is a cultivar of the Musa genus, which comprises suckering evergreen perennials with large, paddle-like leaves and false stems formed by the bases of their stalks. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable for conservatory or greenhouse cultivation, it is hardy to UK zone H1b and is ideal for coastal, architectural, or wall side borders. It flowers in spring and summer and can be propagated by seed, division, or separating suckers.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Musa
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial, Bedding
- Habit
- Suckering
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Architectural, Wall side borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F)
- Propagation
- Seed, separate suckers, division
- Pest resistance
- Glasshouse red spider mite, mealybugs, aphids
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F)?
Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F) need?
Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F) hardy in the UK?
Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F) has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Musa acuminata 'Pisang Lidi' (AA Group) (F)?
Seed, separate suckers, division.
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