products
max height:: 1.5 meters
longevity:: 3 years per cycle
perennial, but typically grown as biennial)
existing uses
fresh fruit consumption
juice production
culinary uses
decorative plant
fiber from leaves
potential uses:
biofuel production
medicinal applications
industrial enzymes
natural sweeteners
edibility
fully edible fruit
bromelain enzyme in stem and juice used for meat tenderizing and medical applications
roles:
ground cover
erosion control
companion planting for pest deterrence
fruit production
yield management
for commercial purposes, it may be more efficient to replant new crowns or suckers to ensure high-quality fruit production rather than relying on secondary fruits
detailed table of compounds
| compound | part of the plant | amount (per 100g) |
|---|---|---|
| vitamin C | fruit | 47.8 mg |
| manganese | fruit | 0.927 mg |
| bromelain | stem and juice | 0.5 - 2.5 g |
| fiber | fruit | 1.4 g |
| carbohydrates | fruit | 13.1 g |
| sugars | fruit | 9.85 g |
| water | fruit | 86 g |
| energy | fruit | 50 kcal |
| calcium | fruit | 13 mg |
| potassium | fruit | 109 mg |
| magnesium | fruit | 12 mg |
| phosphorus | fruit | 8 mg |
| vitamin A | fruit | 58 IU |
| vitamin B6 | fruit | 0.112 mg |
| folate | fruit | 18 ยตg |
features
family: bromeliaceae
growth habit
rosette of tough, waxy leaves with central fruiting stalk
flowering: produces multiple flowers that coalesce to form the fruit
fruit: large, compound fruit with rough, spiky exterior and sweet, juicy interior
aroma: sweet, tropical scent with notes of citrus and apple
additional details
climate: thrives in tropical and subtropical climates with well-drained soil
sun exposure: full sun
water requirements: moderate, prefers consistent moisture but not waterlogged conditions
propagation: by crowns (tops of the fruit), suckers (shoots from the base of the plant), or slips (side shoots from the fruit stalk)
ananas comosus is a versatile plant with significant economic and ecological importance. Its fruit is widely enjoyed for its sweet flavor and nutritional benefits, while the plant itself contributes to sustainable agricultural practices in permaculture systems.