What’s the history of the pineapple?
The pineapple one of the world’s favorite tropical fruits was first known as “anana” by the Brazilian Tupi Indians. The name translates to “excellent fruit.” On his second voyage to the Caribbean in 1493, Christopher Columbus and his crew were the first Europeans to taste the sweet fruit. Because it resembled a pinecone, Columbus dubbed it “The Pine of the Indies.” Then was introduced to Spain when Columbus brought it back, as a gift, for queen Isabella. After its introduction to the English, the word “apple” was added because they thought it should be familiarized with another well-known sweet fruit, and the name “pineapple” was born. In the Victorian Era, it became an icon of hospitality after seafaring captains placed fresh pineapple on their gateposts to signify the man of the house was a home and receiving guest. How do pineapples grow? Pineapples take about 18 months to grow. They are grown from the crowns or tops of other pineapples. Each crown is planted by hand. When the plant
