Civet Banana Live Plant (Uvaria grandiflora)

The Civet Banana, scientifically known as Uvaria grandiflora, is a rare, evergreen, scrambling shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its beautiful, dark red flowers and curious, finger-like, edible fruits that are bright yellow when ripe. The fruits are said to have a sweet, custard-like flavor, reminiscent of bananas, cherimoya, and soursop. 
Key characteristics of Uvaria grandiflora:
Growth Habit: Initially grows as a shrub, later developing into a vine in the upper parts. 
Flowers: Large, dark red, and attractive, with a slight fragrance. 
Fruits: Bright yellow, fleshy, and composed of hairy, cylindrical fruitlets (carpels) containing flat, pale brown seeds. 
Distribution: Widely distributed in open forests of southern and eastern tropical Asia. 
Flavor: The fruits are sweet and said to be similar to banana, cherimoya, and soursop, according to Exoteninsel. 
Other names: Often referred to as "bush banana" due to the shape and appearance of its fruits, according to jstor. 
Ecological Importance: Provides food and habitat for insects and animals, and its flowers are valuable for pollinators. 
Uses: The fruits are edible and may have medicinal uses in traditional practices, but more research is needed.