Roundworm-Infected Banana Field (IMAGE) KU Leuven Caption This is a banana field in Uganda planted with Grande Naine, a banana variety commonly sold in the supermarket. The nematode Radopholus similis infects the roots of banana plants. In the final stage of disease, the plant topples over and its fruit bunch is lost. Credit Rony Swennen and Dirk De Waele Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.