Is pineapple a fruit or a vegetable?

Is pineapple a fruit or a vegetable?

Pineapple is a fruit belonging to the Bromeliaceae family and the genus Ananas. It is a common tropical fruit and is known as one of the four famous fruits of Lingnan. This fruit has high nutritional value and tastes good. It matures and is available on the market around May.

Nutritional value of pineapple

Pineapple tastes sweet and refreshing, but some are astringent. In addition to being eaten directly as a fruit, it can also be made into thyme pineapple chicken wings, pineapple sweet and sour pork, pineapple juice, pineapple cake, etc.

1. Promote digestion: Pineapple is rich in organic acids, which can promote the secretion of digestive juice and is more suitable for people with indigestion and gastric stagnation.

2. Diuretic and detumescent: Pineapple contains sugar, salt, enzymes and other substances, which have a diuretic effect. It is beneficial for patients with nephritis and hypertension to eat it appropriately.

Pineapple Origin and Planting

Pineapples are native to tropical regions. Common production areas in my country include Hainan, Guangxi, Yunnan, Fujian and other provinces. Among them, Hainan pineapples are relatively famous for their sweet taste and rich flavor.

Pineapples are generally planted in autumn and will only bear fruit 3-4 years after planting. The planting soil must be breathable, fertile, and slightly acidic, and the temperature must be above 18°C ​​during planting.