Wild Pineapple

Description

Wild Pineapple (Ananas ananassoides) belongs to the Bromeliaceae family and is native to SouthAmerica. It thrives in Southern Amazon, Cerrado edges, forest clearings environments across regions including SouthAmerica. Botanically, Wild Pineapple is wild ancestor of the pineapple, smaller with more slender spiny leaves and small sweet-tart compound fruits. Native to southern Amazon.. The edible parts include Fruits. With an edibility rating of 6/10, it ranks as a good wild food source. Harvesting is best done during December, February, January, November and October. Nutritionally, Wild Pineapple stands out for its Vitamin C (45.0mg, 50% DV), Vitamin K (30.0mg, 25% DV) and Vitamin E (1.0mg, 7% DV). It also provides 2.0g protein and 3.0g dietary fiber per 100g serving. In the kitchen, Wild Pineapple offers a Sweet-tart, intense pineapple, smaller and more aromatic than commercial flavor profile. Cut off leafy crown and base; slice away spiny rind; cut into chunks; eat fresh. Common culinary applications include Fresh eating, Juice, Preserves, Fermented drinks. Popular preparations include Cut spiny top and base; slice skin; eat flesh including core or juice. For storage, refrigerate fresh parts. Safety note: Spiny leaves; tough core in center of fruit. Antinutrient content is minimal. Be aware that Verify identification before consumption. Safe lookalike species include Similar edible species. Always verify identification with at least three independent botanical sources before consumption.

Edibility

Harvest Calendar

Nutrition (per 100g)

Culinary Uses: Fresh eating, Juice, Preserves, Fermented drinks Storage: Refrigerate fresh parts

Recipes

• Cut spiny top and base; slice skin; eat flesh including core or juice

Where It Grows