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Banana
The banana isn't a tree; it's a giant herb. Its stem is a mass of tightly knit leaves. The word comes from an African language, but the plant originates from Asia. This programme explores the cultivation and uses of bananas.
Picture: Bunches of bananas, Credit: Getty Images
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