banana, fruit of the genus
Musa, of the family Musaceae, one of the most important fruit crops of the world.
Bananas are grown in more than 150 countries, and 105 million tonnes of fruit are produced each year which are grown for local consumption are generally grown in traditional, extensive systems.
It is grown in the tropics, and, though it is most widely consumed in those regions, it is valued worldwide for its flavor, nutritional value, and availability throughout the year. Cavendish, or dessert, are most commonly eaten fresh, though they may be fried or mashed and chilled in pies or puddings.