Fei banana
Musa maclayi
Family: Musaceae
What it is like
A dark green stemmed banana with an upright bunch of fruit. The plant has red sap. The fruit is largely seedless.
There are about 30 Musa species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. They occur in small numbers in many areas of Papua New Guinea. It occurs from sea level up to 2,000 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
Pacific, Papua New Guinea, Samoa
How it is used for food
The fruit is eaten. CAUTION After eating the fruit, the faeces and urine become red.
A minor edible fruit in some coastal areas of Papua New Guinea.
Edible parts
Fruit
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Fa'i, Mo'e, Futi