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April to June 2025 Article ID: NSS9121 Impact Factor:8.05 Cite Score:13 Download: 3 DOI: https://doi.org/ View PDf
Chemical Composition and Applications of the Banana Tree
Akhilesh Chandra Verma
Department of Chemistry, Government Naveen College, Kui-Kukdur, Kabirdham (C.G.)
Abstract: The
banana tree (Musa spp.), commonly known for its fruit, is a chemically
rich plant with diverse applications in agriculture, medicine, and industry.
This paper explores the banana tree’s constituents—including the fruit, peel, pseudo
stem, leaf, and root—from a chemical perspective. Each part contains valuable
organic compounds such as polyphenols, flavonoids, cellulose, lignin, starch,
and various bioactive phytochemicals. By understanding these chemical
properties, we can better utilize the banana tree for bioplastics, textiles,
natural dyes, biofertilizers, pharmaceuticals, and waste management. This study
highlights the potential for sustainable and value-added applications rooted in
the tree's biochemistry.














