ornamental pineapple
Ananas comosus var. erectifolius · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Ornamental pineapple, scientifically known as Ananas comosus var. erectifolius, is a striking bromeliad prized for its architectural foliage. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this cultivar possesses significant medicinal potential. Traditionally used in various cultures, its leaves and fruit contain bioactive compounds valued for their anti-inflammatory and digestive health properties.
- Family
- Bromeliaceae
- Native range
- Southern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Ornamental Pineapple
- Scientific synonyms
- Ananas Erectifolius
Names and Synonyms
Common Names
- ornamental pineapple
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Ananas comosus var. erectifoliusSynonyms
- Ananas erectifolius
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- curagua
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it is placed in the order Poales and the family Bromeliacaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Ananas, specifically the variety erectifolius.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Bromeliaceae |
| Genus | Ananas |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse range of habitats across the tropical regions of the Americas. In Northern South America, its presence is noted in both French Guiana and Venezuela. Moving toward the western side of the continent, the species is widely distributed throughout Colombia. It can also be found growing across the landscapes of Ecuador. Finally, its geographical range extends further south into Peru, completing its presence in Western South America.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Northern South America | French Guiana |
| Northern South America | Venezuela |
| Western South America | Colombia |
| Western South America | Ecuador |
| Western South America | Peru |
| Brazil | Brazil North |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Ananas comosus var. erectifolius has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Lignins, acetate.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Lignins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| acetate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Lignins
- Journal of agricultural and food chemistry
acetate
- Journal of agricultural and food chemistry