Pineapple (Ananas comosus (L.) Merr.) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to southern Brazil and Paraguay. Pineapple is the third most important tropical fruit in the world after bananas and citrus fruits. It is rich in vitamin C, carbohydrates, inorganic salts, and various organic acids, with a unique flavor and rich nutrition, and is highly favored by consumers at home and abroad.