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Plantains
| Specification |
Value |
| Variety |
Plantain (Musa spp.) |
| Size |
20-40 cm in length |
| Weight |
100-300 grams per fruit |
| Shape |
Elongated, slightly curved |
| Color (Unripe) |
Green (becomes yellow or black as it ripens) |
| Color (Ripe) |
Yellow to dark brown/black |
| Texture (Outer) |
Thick, tough peel |
| Texture (Inner) |
Firm when unripe, soft and creamy when ripe |
| Taste |
Starchy when unripe, sweet when ripe |
| Harvesting Period |
Year-round, typically 9-12 months after planting |
| Storage Conditions |
Room temperature for ripening, refrigerate when fully ripe |
| Shelf Life |
7-10 days at room temperature, 2 weeks if refrigerated |
| Moisture Content |
60-70% (varies with ripeness) |
| Defects |
Overripe, bruising, or peeling skin |
