Ananas sp. (Pineapple) - Image 47

Botanical name: Ananas sp.

Common names: Pineapple, Pina

Family: Bromeliaceae

Subfamily: Bromelioideae

Origin: Brazil and Paraguay

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

Cold tolerance: 25°F

Plant type: Fruit
Fruit type: Pineapple, Ananas
Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage
Thorny or spinyThorns: Thorny or spiny
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Ananas sp. (Pineapple) green fruit ripening, long narrow leaves extending upwards from the base.
Ananas sp. (Pineapple) showing a ripening green fruit tucked among long, sword-like spiky leaves.
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