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The white ribbons that stick to bananas—ever wondered what they're for? You see, they're very useful for something! These threads, which are called "phloem bundles," are very important for the fruit's growth.
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Especially with less ripe bananas, you could find that these threads stay connected to the flesh when you peel the fruit. Banana development relies on these phloem bundles. In this way, they make sure the banana gets all the nutrients it needs from the leaves all the way to the fruit. So, they're not only an afterthought; rather, they play a crucial role in the banana's structure and function.
