Specification | Description |
Scientific Name | Ananas comosus |
Average Weight | 1 to 2.5 kg (2.2 to 5.5 lbs) |
Average Height | 30 to 40 cm (12 to 16 inches) |
Shape | Cylindrical, with a tapered top |
Skin Color | Green to yellow, sometimes with brownish hues when ripe |
Peel Texture | Rough, spiky, and scaly |
Flesh Color | Pale yellow to golden yellow |
Flesh Texture | Firm, juicy, fibrous |
Taste | Sweet, tangy, and slightly acidic |
Core | Hard, fibrous, and inedible |
Water Content | 86-87% |
Carbohydrate Content | 13-15% |