In a pioneering study, researchers have completed the chromosome-level genome assemblies for Musa ornata and Musa velutina, shedding light on the genetic underpinnings of pericarp dehiscence and ...

A and B: Flower and fruit of Musa ornata; D and E: Flower and fruit of Musa velutina. C and F: Genome features; G: Expression level of polygalacturonase genes in different tissues and species. imPC: ...

Spotted a pink banana plant and wondered if it’s real? We explain what pink bananas are, whether you can eat them.

Is there a pink banana? CLARENCE: Yes – the Pink Banana (Musa velutina) is endemic to hilly parts of northern India, so it’s ideal for cool-climate gardens looking for a tropical feel. As a wild ...