Ananas bracteatus
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Ananas bracteatus

Wild pineapple · Red pineapple

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: partial_sun
Water every
7 days
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
5–6
Hardiness
Zone 9–11
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Description

Source: leafsnap

The pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical plant with an edible fruit; it is the most economically significant plant in the family Bromeliaceae. The pineapple is indigenous to South America, where it has been cultivated for many centuries. The introduction of the pineapple to Europe in the 17th century made it a significant cultural icon of luxury. Since the 1820s, pineapple has been commercially grown in greenhouses and many tropical plantations. Pineapples grow as a small shrub; the individual flowers of the unpollinated plant fuse to form a multiple fruit. The plant is normally propagated from the offset produced at the top of the fruit, or from a side shoot, and typically mature within a year.

Care Guide

💧 Water Every 7 days
Suggested frequency: Every 7 days
☀️ Light Partial sun

Red pineapple prefers habitats filled with sunlight, though it can also survive in areas with less light, despite this impacting its growth. Its origin from sun-rich environments means that the growth phases of red pineapple might be slower without sufficient sun, while too much sunlight could potentially lead to stress and inhibit its development.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

The red pineapple thrives in its natural habitat, where the weather typically varies from 68 to 100°F (20 to 38 ℃). This is the temperature spectrum that the plant largely favors. Depending on the season, appropriate modifications can be implemented to mimic these circumstances whenever feasible.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity normal (40-60%)

This plant will thrive in moderate humidity, which is probably the level in your home. However, misting it a few times a week can be very beneficial. Make sure the room has good ventilation.

Humidity: normal (40-60%)
🪴 Soil 5-6
Soil pH: 5-6
🌱 Fertilizer

Opt for natural fertilizers like fish emulsion or compost instead of artificial fertilizers for Red pineapple. Ensure young plants receive an ample amount of nitrogen and phosphorus during the spring. Introduce compost or fertilizer either before or following planting. For established plants, add either a balanced or deficiency-specific fertilizer in the spring. Lack of nutrients may result in compact leaves, underdeveloped branches, leaves with a yellow or bronze hue, sour fruits, early dropping of fruits, and cracking.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Ananas
Family
Bromeliaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
0.91 m to 2.13 m
Mature Spread
0.91 m to 1.22 m
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Red
Flower Size
2.03 cm to 3.05 cm
Bloom Time
Summer, Early fall
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Fall

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Common Names (2)

en Wild pineapple
en Red pineapple