Fruits
Bananas
(gz.gov.cn)
Updated: 2010-11-08 21:21
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The banana is one of the top four fruits in the Lingnan area and the fourth most extensively cultivated fruit in this area, after orange, litchi and pineapple. China has been growing bananas for more than 2,000 years. The banana fruit is soft and sweet and has a characteristic aroma. It's effective in moisturizing the intestine, facilitating bowel movements, reducing blood pressure, and preventing vascular sclerosis. The plantain banana is one of major fruits grown in Guangzhou.