Banana 'Gran Nain' (Musa acuminata) Gardening Apparel Wait for the showy fruit

Wait for the showy fruit to soften on the tree to eat

Star fruit is an excellent source of vitamin C

Pink Wampee has been used for its medicinal properties

Pennyroyal thrives in warm conditions and can quickly fill in spaces with its trailing stems

Common Names: Simpson's Stopper

Banana 'Gran Nain' (Musa acuminata) Gardening Apparel Wait for the showy fruitDespite the plants tropical origins, few fruits are as omnipresent as bananas. While Musa acuminata is native to Southeast Asia, its known as one of the first domesticated plants. Today, bananas are a staple in every aspect of life, from wholesome diets to pop culture. That holds true for Grand Nain (also spelled Grande Naine), which is sold by the bunch as Chiquita bananas. This variety makes up half of the 100 billion bananas eaten every year