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On June 27th the Pineapple Day is celebrated! Some things that come to my mind when thinking of pineapples are their sweet and tangy flavor, Piña Coladas and the tropics! So in honor of the Pineapple Day, I decided to find some cute pineapple themed products we all need in our lives and share my finds with you.
But first, some interesting facts about pineapples:
- Pineapple plant produces only one pineapple every 2 years.
- A pineapple is not an apple or pine. It’s actually a berry!
- Once harvested, pineapples don’t continue to ripen.
- Although the fruit originated in South America, the majority of the world’s pineapples now come from Southeast Asia.
- A pineapple is the result of many flowers whose fruitlets have joined around the core.
- The heaviest pineapple in the world weighed 8.28kg!
- The more scales on the pineapple, the sweeter and juicier the taste.
- Pineapples are the only dietary source of a unique mixture of enzymes called bromelain, which is associated with many health benefits.
- Pineapples are used on different decor items as a symbol of hospitality and are given as a symbol of welcome or friendship.
- You can plant your own pineapple plant by cutting off the top of a pineapple and planting it in soil.
- Studies demonstrate that pineapples and bromelain may have cancer-fighting properties.
And now, let’s see all these fun pineapple themed products that make your home a paradise of hospitality!