Banana (केला)

Banana (केला) — Description:
The banana is a long, curved fruit that grows in clusters and has soft, sweet flesh covered by a thick yellow (sometimes green or red) skin when ripe. It belongs to the genus Musa.

🌿 Botanical Information:

• Scientific name: Musa acuminata / Musa balbisiana

• Family: Musaceae

• Type: Tropical fruit

• Plant type: Herbaceous plant (not a true tree — it’s a large herb)

🍌 Description:

• Shape: Long, slightly curved

• Color: Green when unripe, yellow when ripe

• Texture: Smooth outer peel, soft inner flesh

• Taste: Sweet, creamy, and mild flavor when ripe

• Nutritional Value: Rich in potassium, fiber, and vitamin B6

🌾 Uses:

• Eaten raw as a fruit

• Used in smoothies, desserts, and snacks

• Banana leaves are used for serving food in South India

• Raw (green) bananas are used as vegetables in curries and chips