This is the most common type of banana that you can find in a grocery store. They are native to India and South Asia. They are medium sized, slightly sweet, and have a firm texture. 

Native to South East Asia, the red banana is smaller and more plump than the cavendish banana. These bananas are red in color and their flesh is cream color with a slight pink or reddish tinge. They are sweet, and soft, with a tart flavor that can be associated with raspberries or strawberries. They are often eaten fresh, but can also be used in baking and cooking.

Native to Indonesia and Malaysia, these bananas are known for their sweet flavor, creamy texture, and aromatic scent. They are often eaten fresh, but are also used in baking and cooking.

Lady Finger bananas, also known as baby bananas, are sweeter and smaller than Cavendish bananas. They’re usually around three inches in length and feature a creamy texture and sweet flavor with notes of honey.

Blue Java bananas are also known as the ice cream banana due to their sweet vanilla flavor and extreme creaminess. They feature a beautiful blue peel and a white flesh. They’re actually pretty hardy and can grow in colder regions.