Here are some characteristics of pineapples:
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PlantThe pineapple plant, Ananas comosus, is a tropical, herbaceous, monocot perennial that can grow to be 1–2 meters tall and wide. It has thick, spiky, sword-shaped leaves that grow in a tight spiral around the main stem. The plant produces small, reddish purple flowers at the ends of its leaves, which eventually develop into the edible fruit.
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FruitThe pineapple fruit has a tough skin and sweet, yellow flesh that can range from nearly white to yellow.
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UsesPineapples are commonly eaten fresh, but can also be cooked, canned, or used to make juice.
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Growing conditionsPineapples can be grown indoors or outdoors, but they require consistently moist, acidic soil, bright, indirect sun, and high humidity.
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RipenessA ripe pineapple will smell fruity, sweet, and bright at its base. If it smells funky or fermented, like vinegar, it’s overripe.
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