noun
Japanese fiber banana; Musa basjoo
A species of banana plant grown for its fibers and ornamental value, not for edible fruit.
庭にバショウが植えてある。
A Japanese fiber banana is planted in the garden.
バナナ refers to the common edible banana, while バショウ is a specific species grown for fiber and ornament.
The Japanese name ばしょう is thought to derive from the Chinese name for the plant, but the exact derivation is uncertain.