Josephine Pineapple (Ananas comosus L. var. comosus cv. Josephine)

Ananas comosus L. var. comosus, commonly known as pineapple, is a tropical herbaceous plant in the Bromeliaceae family. Native to South America, it is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions for its sweet, juicy, and aromatic fruits, which are consumed fresh, juiced, or processed into jams, desserts, and beverages. Traditionally, various parts of the plant—including fruit, leaves, and stems—have been used in folk medicine for their digestive, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties. With its culinary, medicinal, and economic significance, Ananas comosus remains a key species in tropical agriculture and local food systems worldwide.