University of Florida

Michelia figo

Common name(s): Banana Shrub

Plant type: evergreen small tree
Primary method of propagation: cutting
Alternate propagation method(s): layering

Propagation by Cuttings

Cutting type: stem tip
Time of year to take cuttings: Summer
Cutting maturity: softwood
Rooting hormone: IBA TALC 3000 PPM
Rooting environment: intermittent mist
Time to rooting: 4-6 weeks
Comment: Leave as many leaves as possible.

Propagation by Layering

Time of year to layer: no information
Wounding: no information