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Pineapple
Ananas comosus (L) 2n=50

Introduction
Family : Bromeliaceae
Include 60 genera and 1500 spp

Origin :- South America

1. Semi perennial herb, 90 - 100 cm in height with a leaf spread of 130 - 150 cm and a terminal inflorescence of fruit
2. Confined to Tropics & Sub tropics (250 between N & S from equator)
3. Growth continued after fruiting by one or more auxiliary buds in the leaf axil growing in to vegetative branches (suckers) asa ratoon crops.
4. Plants may continue living and fruiting for over fifty years.
5. In commercial production, several ratoon crops are taken (2-6 harvesting)‍
6. Although its' a seasonal crop, there is a chance to obtain fruits through out the year by application of flower induction hormones.

Nature of the pineapple

• Produce Functional germ cells
• But cant be self fertilized.
• Cross compatible & set seeds
• No natural cross pollination (except by Humming birds)
• About 150 flowers /fruits
• Opening start from base (5-10 Flowers / days)
• Continues up to 10-15 days

Nutritive Values
(per 100g of edible fruit)

Water	87.8 g
Energy	46.0 k cal
Protein	0.4 g
Fat	0.1 g
Carbohydrates	10.8 g
Calcium	20.0 mg
Phosphorus	9.0 g
Iron	1.2 mg
Carotene (Vit. A)	18.0 ug
Thiamine	200.0 ug
Riboflavin (Vit. B)	120.0 ug
Niacin	0.1 ug
vitamin C	39.0 mg

Commercial usage of pineapple
Ripen fruits :-

• use as a dessert
• Syrup (juice)
• Alcohol
• Citric Acid
• Residues - Cattle feed and fertilizer
• Leaves Fibers-

Medicinal Values
Ripe fruit : Possesses germicidal, laxative, and invigorative properties, contains digestive enzyme increases appetite.
Useful in cardiovascular disorders.
Unripe fruit : Can cause abortion

Nature of cultivation
Medium and large scale orchards and home gardens.