I am a small banana cultivar with sweet, aromatic fruits.

Native to South India; popular in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat.

Water every 3–4 days; drip irrigation preferred.

Requires full sun.

Thrives in 20–35°C; sensitive to frost.

Plant in fertile, well-drained soil; spacing 1.5–2 meters apart.

Apply compost and NPK 10:10:10 every 2–3 months; supplement with potassium for fruit sweetness.

Botanical name: Musa acuminata (Elaichi group); Family: Musaceae.

Fruits are safe; leaves used for cooking.

Moderate; large leaves reduce dust.

Fruits rich in potassium, vitamin C, and fiber; eaten fresh or in desserts.

Susceptible to Panama disease, nematodes, and leaf spot; requires integrated pest management.

Short-lived perennial; fruits once per pseudostem, then replaced by suckers.