Banana plant

Banana plant

　　　　A plant of the Musaceae family, it is a tropical and subtropical fruit. Its stem can be used medicinally to promote urination and treat cerebral thrombosis; its root can treat colds and stomachaches. Legend has it that in ancient times, a Mr. Feng one summer evening saw a green-clothed maiden passing by his study window—very beautiful. When he asked her who she was, she claimed to be “of the Banana clan.” Feng tried to pull the maiden into his room, but she refused and hurried away. Feng managed to tear off a corner of her garment, which he hid under his mat that night. The next day, he found it had turned into a banana leaf—apparently, the maiden had been the banana plant in disguise. (Haikou)