While bananas are an incredibly popular snack worldwide, the Cavendish variety is essentially the only one that you'll find available for purchase. Cavendish bananas have become the No. 1 banana option due to their consistent and favorable fruit characteristics. The bananas that come from this plant have thick peels, a lack of large seeds, and plenty of tasty flesh. These traits make Cavendish bananas tough, portable, and enjoyable to eat.