 1 AAB, French plantain Synonyms: Ethakkai and Plantain. Ecotypes of Nendran being cultivated are Manjeri Nendran, Chengali Kodan, Attu Nendran, Quintal Nendran and Swarnamukhi • Popular dual purpose plantain variety of Kerala. • Suitable for chips making. • Crop duration: 10-11 months. • Average bunch weight is 12-15 kg with 4-6 hands. • The pulp is orange in colour and remains starchy even after ripening needs cooking for palatability. • Highly susceptible to nematodes, leaf spot diseases and borers (Rhizome borer and Pseudostem weevil) and Banana Bract Mosaic Virus but resistant to Fusarium wilt (Race 1 and TR4). • Susceptible to ‘Neervazhai’, a physiological disorder with improper development of hands. • Not suitable for ratooning. • The chips made out of this variety are very popular. High in vitamin A (865.34-1143.87 (µg/100g)). Best variety for making processed products like powder, grits, banana puree, juice, vinegar, dehydrated ripe banana cubes/ slices. • Gives immediate energy and good for people who would like to gain weight. |
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 4 Attu Nendran is an ecotype of Nendran. |
 5 Manjeri Nendran is an ecotype of Nendran, cultivated in some parts of Kerala. |
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