Tuesday, November 13

Something to ponder...

Why do bananas grow upward and all other fruits grow downward?

Banana tree:
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Apple, orange and peach trees:


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So, these are some random pics that I found, not mine:o)

And really, I totally forgot to post something today, and now my husband wants to watch a movie, soooo I leave you with something to ponder. And if you know the answer, then please share:o)

Ciao.

4 people had something to say:

willowtree said...

What about pineapples?

Anonymous said...

That is a great question - never though about that before!

Mommyca said...

willowtree- oooo, I dodn;t even think of those...now the brain is ticking:o)

the garden gossip- thanks for stopping by!

Anonymous said...

Well sadly I don't know you, but I happened to find your picture with the question this evening. I'd like to venture a guess. Most plants grow towards the sun... I imagine that is the main reason why bananas grow upwards. As for other fruits their stems or whatever attaches them are not strong enough to allow the fruit to grow up. Also I imagine since it is a tropical plant it has adapted the strong stems/stalks to allow the plant to catch/gather water. Just my thoughts ... they may seem crazy.