Abaca (Musa textilis Nee) is a member of the Musaceae family to which the banana also belongs. Although the resemblance of the abaca to banana is close, there are basic differences. Abaca stalks are more slender, the leaves are smaller, narrower and more pointed than those of the banana. A distinguishing dark line on the right hand side of the upper surface of the leaf blade is pronounced in abaca. The fruit of abaca is smaller, non-edible and contains many seeds.