Description
The pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit with a distinctive appearance and flavor. It’s a member of the Bromeliaceae family and is native to Central and South American
- A pineapple is a collection of many diamond-shaped fruits that fuse together
- It has a golden orange skin with cross-hatching
- It has a tuft of spiky, dusty green leaves
Flavor
- The flesh of a pineapple can range from nearly white to yellow
- It has a pronounced flavor and is high in fiber
Uses
- Pineapples are commonly eaten fresh
- They can be cooked in a variety of dishes
- They can be canned or used to produce juice
Growing conditions
- Pineapples grow best in tropical climates with high rainfall and humid coastal regions
- They prefer temperatures between 68–86°F
- They grow well near the sea coast and in the interior
- They grow in sandy loam soils with pH between 5.0–6.0
Picking
- A ripe pineapple should have a firm shell but be slightly soft with a bit of give when you squeeze it
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