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Banana Tree

Cavendish Musa (genus)

Description:

The main distinguishing features of the commercial banana plant are its unique growth habits, conspicuous foliage, inflorescence, and its fruits. Long green leaves

Habitat:

Tropical

Notes:

Scientific name: Cavendish Musa (genus) Geographic area of origin: South and Southeast Asia Common uses/hazards/importance: commonly used for food (potassium, and fiber), wrapping with leaves for food and storage, adhesive(sap) and medicine. Important for food Distinguishing features: The main distinguishing features of the commercial banana plant are its unique growth habits, conspicuous foliage, inflorescence, and its fruits. Date and method of arrival in Hawaii: Arrived in Hawaii in Indigenous? Yes/no : Yes NO - IT CAME WITH THE POLYNESIANS Endemic? Yes/no: No Invasive? Yes/no : No Other interesting historical, cultural, or ecological information: The origin of the word "banana" probably derives from languages spoken in the coastal regions of Sierra Leone at the beginning of the sixteenth century. The banana plant is the largest herbaceous flowering plant.

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Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, USA

Spotted on Sep 20, 2012
Submitted on Oct 12, 2012

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