One of the most important functions of banana taro is to make starch. Because the high-quality starch content in the tuber of canna edulis is very high, the starch content in the wet state is above 30%, while the starch content in the dry canna edulis can reach 60%. The starch of banana taro is widely used in the food industry, and the production of many non-staple foods such as monosodium glutamate, vermicelli and lotus root starch can not be separated from banana taro powder. At the same time, it can also be used in industry, such as sizing, paper making and ethanol production. The starch of banana taro can be fermented to make wine, and the yield of wine is higher than that of grain.
Banana taro fruit can be eaten steamed or fried. Steamed taro is eaten in the same way as potato or taro. It is low in sugar and not sweet in taste, but it has a unique fragrance. Friends who like to eat meat can also shred banana taro for frying lean meat. The leaves of Musa taro can be used not only for dumplings, but also for all kinds of Baba from huang ba and Maiba. Banana taro has a certain ornamental value, it grows luxuriantly, leaves are wide, and bloom is gorgeous, which is very eye-catching. Moreover, it has a long viewing period and is easy to take care of, so it is very suitable for planting in the courtyard.
Canna taro also has certain medicinal value. It is recorded in Japanese Materia Medica, and some related studies show that the tuber of banana taro is sweet, cool and light, which can soothe the nerves, lower blood pressure, clear heat and promote diuresis. The shadow of canna taro can be seen in many diet prescriptions, and the flowers and roots of canna taro have certain effects. To sum up, Musa edulis is a plant with dual functions of medicine and food. Musa edulis belongs to whole grains. It is rich in protein, but low in calories. Friends who want to lose weight can consider eating it.