Specification | Description |
Scientific Name | Musa spp. |
Average Length | 7 to 8 inches (18 to 20 cm) |
Average Weight | 120 to 150 grams |
Shape | Elongated, curved |
Skin Color (Unripe) | Green to yellow-green |
Skin Color (Ripe) | Yellow, sometimes with brown spots |
Peel Thickness | 2 to 3 mm |
Flesh Color | Creamy white to light yellow |
Flesh Texture | Soft, smooth, and slightly fibrous |
Taste | Sweet and slightly tangy when ripe |
Water Content | 74-78% |
Carbohydrate Content | 23-27% |
Sugar Content | 12-14% (varies by ripeness) |
Calories (per 100g) | 89-90 kcal |
Fruit Variety | Cavendish (most common), Red, Apple, and Plantain |