Ananas comosus var. comosus
Ananas comosus var. comosus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Ananas comosus var. comosus, is the scientific name for the common pineapple, a tropical perennial celebrated for its sweet, succulent fruit. Beyond its culinary appeal, this plant holds significant medicinal value, offering potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive benefits, making it a vital resource in traditional and modern wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Leaf
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ananas comosus var. comosusDistribution
This plant, Ananas comosus var. comosus, exhibits a specific distribution across the West Tropical Africa region. Its presence is documented in the country of Gambia, where it thrives in local ecosystems. It is also found within the borders of Guinea-Bissau, contributing to the region's botanical diversity. Furthermore, the species is widely distributed throughout Guinea and the Ivory Coast. Finally, its geographical range extends to include Senegal, completing its pattern across these West African nations.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| West Tropical Africa | Gambia |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea-Bissau |
| West Tropical Africa | Guinea |
| West Tropical Africa | Ivory Coast |
| West Tropical Africa | Senegal |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Central African Republic |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Equatorial Guinea |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gulf of Guinea Is. |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Plant Parts
Ananas comosus var. comosus has 1 reported plant parts identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases that are studied for medicinal purposes. The most consistently reported plant part include leaf.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Leaf | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Leaf
- Journal of complementary & integrative medicine