The Sirumalai Hill Banana is a rare kind of banana grown in Tamil Nadu's Sirumalai hills range. This banana is smaller in size and has a lush green color that turns bright yellow when mature. It is known for its distinct taste and nutritional content.
Health Benefits :
High in carbohydrates, providing instant energy.
Contains vitamins C, B6, and A, as well as potassium and magnesium.
Potassium helps to maintain healthy heart function and regulate blood pressure.
Contains dopamine, which acts as an antioxidant.
Sirumalai Hill Banana
GI Specifications
Geographical Region
Tamil Nadu
GI Application No.
126
GI Status Awarded
2008
GI Product of India
104
History & Heritage
The cultivation of the Sirumalai Hill Banana is a centuries-old practice in the deep woods of the Sirumalai hills, where the fruit is an essential component of the local environment. The unusual climatic circumstances at 1,600 feet above sea level add to the banana's distinctive flavour. This banana type is not only a staple meal for the indigenous people in the region, but it also has religious significance.
