Milk Banana (Musa sp.)

Musa sp., commonly known as banana or plantain, refers to a genus of perennial tropical herbs in the Musaceae family. Native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific, these plants are widely cultivated for their edible fruits, which are consumed fresh, cooked, or processed in a variety of culinary applications. Traditionally, various parts of the plant—including fruits, leaves, stems, and flowers—have been used in folk medicine for their digestive, anti-inflammatory, and nutritional properties. With their culinary, medicinal, and economic significance, Musa species remain essential in tropical agriculture, local diets, and cultural practices worldwide.