Why is food served in banana leaves in the southern states? Share with your friends Share 0 Shruti Tyagi answered this Dear student, In several south Indian states, it is traditional to serve food on banana leaves.1) Banana leaves ar more hygenic than a cleaned plate.2) Banana leaves are a much more eco-friendly option. They decompose in a very short time, unlike plastic, which takes hundreds of years to biodegrade.3) Banana leaves have a waxy coating that has a subtle but distinct flavour. When hot food is placed on the leaves, the wax melts and lends its flavour to the food, making it taste better. Regards 0 View Full Answer