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Pineapple
Specification |
Details |
Scientific Name |
Ananas comosus |
Shape |
Oval or cylindrical, with a spiky crown of leaves |
Length |
30-40 cm (varies depending on size) |
Diameter |
15-25 cm |
Skin Color |
Green when unripe, turning yellow, golden, or orange when ripe |
Skin Texture |
Thick, rough, and spiky |
Flesh Color |
Yellow to pale yellow |
Flesh Texture |
Juicy, fibrous, and firm near the core |
Taste |
Sweet, tangy, and slightly acidic |
Crown (Top) |
Green, spiky leaves |
Weight per Fruit |
900 grams to 3 kg (depending on size) |
Brix (Sweetness) |
12-16% (depending on ripeness) |
Storage |
Best stored at room temperature until ripe; refrigerate once ripe to extend shelf life |