New banana species discovery in India

The new species of banana plant with the characteristic tall height of about 11 metres and orange-coloured fruit pulp was discovered in the tropical rain forests of northeast India. This region is known for its exceptional biodiversity and is a hotspot for discovering new plant and animal species. The Western Ghats and northeast India are the two major biodiversity hotspots in the country where such discoveries are frequently made. The description matches discoveries made in the northeastern states' rain forests rather than other regions mentioned in the options.