Banana

• Species: Musa acuminata, Musa balbisiana, or a hybrid of the two (Musa × paradisiaca)
• Family: Musaceae (banana family)
• Plant: The banana plant is not a tree, but a giant herb. It has a pseudostem which is formed by the tightly packed leaf sheaths. The pseudostem can grow up to 6 meters (20 feet) tall.
• Size: Bananas can vary in size depending on the variety. They typically range from 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) in length.