Banana flower has outstanding medicinal properties, also known as a banana blossom or banana heart. It has a potent nutritional profile. Banana flower is packed with essential minerals such as phosphorous, calcium, potassium, copper, magnesium and iron, vital for several bodily functions.
About Koorka Koorka is widely found in parts of Asia, especially India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia. The scientific name is Solenostemonrotundifolius. It is available in the winter season in Kerala for 3 months. The texture is dense and has muddy skin. It is smaller in size and looks like small Colocasia. They are popularly used in Kerala dishes like Aviyal and Sambar. Koorka fry is also a famous delicacy among Keralites . In Kochi and its surrounding areas like Angamaly the Koorka is cooked with meat