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Musa rubra

Musa rubra Wall. ex Kurz
Musa rubra
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Musa rubra is a species of wild banana native to Assam, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and northern Thailand. It is also known by the synonym Musa laterita and has been cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Description

Musa rubra, described by Wall. ex Kurz in 1867, is a member of the Musaceae family and the genus Musa. It is found in regions including Assam, Bangladesh, China South-Central, Myanmar, and Thailand. This species is recognized for its ornamental value and has been grown under the name Musa laterita.

Distribution

Assam · Bangladesh · China South-Central · Myanmar · Thailand

Synonyms

Musa laterita

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