Our tissue culture plantain varieties are disease-free and genetically consistent, ensuring reliable harvests with superior yields. These starchy cooking bananas are a staple food crop in many tropical regions and offer excellent commercial potential.
Superior clone of Curare Enano, produces 1 box per cluster.
Also known as Male, Horn Harton, or Barraganete.
| Characteristics | Plantains | Dessert Bananas |
|---|---|---|
| Consumption | Typically cooked before eating | Typically eaten raw when ripe |
| Starch Content | Higher starch content | Lower starch, higher sugar when ripe |
| Texture | Firmer, less soft when ripe | Soft and creamy when ripe |
| Culinary Uses | Frying, boiling, baking, roasting | Fresh consumption, smoothies, desserts |
| Nutritional Profile | Higher in complex carbohydrates, potassium, vitamins A and C | Higher in simple sugars, comparable vitamins and minerals |
| Market Shelf Life | Typically longer shelf life | Shorter shelf life when ripened |
Plantains are sold fresh at markets worldwide, providing a staple food source in many tropical and subtropical regions.
Used in the production of plantain chips, flour, baby food, and frozen food products for retail and food service industries.
Popular in ethnic and specialty restaurants serving Caribbean, African, Latin American, and fusion cuisines.
Extracted plantain starch is used in various food and industrial applications, including as a thickening agent and in gluten-free products.
Incorporated into specialty food products like energy bars, dried fruit mixes, and functional foods for health-conscious consumers.
Growing demand in international markets creates opportunities for commercial growers to export fresh and processed plantain products.
Contact our team to learn more about our plantain varieties and how they can benefit your agricultural operations.
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