Pineapples are native to the dry tropical mountains of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay, but no truly wild ones have been found. It was spread to Central America and northern South America for cultivation probably before 1600 AD. Because pineapple sprouts are more resistant to storage and transportation, they quickly spread to tropical and subtropical regions around the world in a short period of time.

Between the end of the 16th century and the 17th century, it was introduced to various regions in southern China. It is cultivated in about 61 countries and regions in the world. In addition to China, it is cultivated more in Thailand, the United States, Brazil, Mexico, the Philippines and Malaysia.

Pineapple cultivation in China is mainly concentrated in Taiwan, Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Hainan and other provinces. There is also a small amount of cultivation in Yunnan and southern Guizhou, with a history of more than 400 years. The main pineapple producing areas in Taiwan are in Tainan, Taichung and Kaohsiung.

Guangdong Province has a large pineapple cultivation area and a large output. The production areas are concentrated in Shantou, Zhanjiang, Jiangmen and other areas and the suburbs of Guangzhou. The main production areas in Guangxi are in Nanning, Wuming, Yongning, Ningming, Bobai and other counties and cities.

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Living Habits

It likes warmth. It is most suitable for growth at an average annual temperature of 24-27 degrees Celsius and can grow in the range of 15-40 degrees Celsius. Growth is slow below 15°C, and growth basically stops below 10°C. 5°C is the critical temperature for cold damage.

The planting depth is generally not more than 1/5 of the bud length, and it should be placed in a shaded place. It is better to keep the pot soil dry. Roots will take place in about 1 month at a temperature of 22-24°C. The optimum temperature for root growth is 29-31°C. Growth will stop if it is lower than 5°C or higher than 43°C;

The roots begin to grow in March, and grow rapidly as the temperature rises. The growth reaches its peak from late May to July, and then slows down after October, and the roots are close to the surface from December to February of the following year. Death from cold and drought