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(Created page with "== Introduction == '''Musa''' is a genus of flowering plants in the family Musaceae. The genus includes bananas and plantains, which are among the most significant fruit crops worldwide. The Musa genus is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is extensively cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions. This article delves into the taxonomy, morphology, distribution, cultivation, and economic importance of the Musa genus. == Taxonomy == The genus Mu...") |
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The inflorescence of Musa is a terminal spike, also known as a [[banana bunch]]. It consists of a series of bracts, each enclosing a cluster of flowers. The flowers are unisexual, with male flowers located at the tip of the inflorescence and female flowers at the base. | The inflorescence of Musa is a terminal spike, also known as a [[banana bunch]]. It consists of a series of bracts, each enclosing a cluster of flowers. The flowers are unisexual, with male flowers located at the tip of the inflorescence and female flowers at the base. | ||
[[Image:Detail-79595.jpg|thumb|center|Banana plant with a bunch of bananas and large green leaves.]] | |||
=== Fruit Development === | === Fruit Development === | ||