Banana is one of the most popular and widely consumed fruits in the world. It belongs to the kingdom Plantae, clade Angiosperms, order Zingiberales, family Musaceae, genus Musa, and species Musa acuminata or Musa balbisiana. Bananas are known for their elongated shape, sweet taste, and soft texture when ripe. They are naturally wrapped in a yellow peel, making them easy to carry and eat.
Bananas are mainly grown in tropical and subtropical regions. They are native to Southeast Asia but are now widely cultivated in countries like India, China, the Philippines, and Brazil. They thrive in warm, humid climates with plenty of rainfall.
Bananas are typically grown from suckers or tissue-cultured plants rather than seeds. They require rich, well-drained soil and regular watering. The banana plant takes around 9-12 months to produce fruit, which grows in large hanging clusters called hands.