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Do You Know What The White Strips on Bananas Are For?

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Phleom Bundle

The purpose of a phloem bundles is to carry water, nutrients, and minerals throughout the banana. This allows it to grow and mature, so that eventually you can enjoy it in your own home. They're kind of like the circulatory system of bananas.


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