Ananas
Ananas · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Ananas, scientifically known as Ananas comosus, is a tropical perennial plant celebrated for its nutrient-dense fruit. Beyond its culinary appeal, it serves as a vital medicinal resource. Rich in bromelain, this plant offers potent anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits, making it a cornerstone in traditional and modern holistic wellness.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Fruit
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
AnanasDistribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical presence concentrated within the West Tropical Africa region. Its distribution can be traced across several coastal and inland nations. Specifically, it is found within the borders of Gambia and Guinea-Bissau. The plant also thrives in the territories of Guinea and the Ivory Coast. Finally, its documented range extends to include the nation of Senegal.
| 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 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 fruit.
| Plant part | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Fruit
- Journal of food biochemistry