Bush Banana is a woody climbing vine growing on other shrubs and trees. Its flowers are creamy in color, the thick narrow leaves grow on a short stock and the fruit is pear shaped. The fruits have good nutritional and medicinal value; the extract and paste of leaves are often used to treat pains and upset stomachs. Bush Banana Australian Aboriginal fabric depicts the flower of the Bush Banana, a staple of Aboriginal diet. This Australian Aboriginal fabric is printed on 100 % cotton with a soft hand and is ideal for quilting, garments, home decor and other crafts.