Ananas Collection

Ananas aculeatus, pineapple
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Ananas comosus, pineapple
A photograph of the detail from one of the decorative ceiling panels from the roof of the Natural History Museums Central Hall. Showing Ananas comosus, pineapple

Ananas comosus (pineapple) & Philaethria dido
Pineapple tree (Ananas comosus) with butterfly, caterpillar & crysalis (Philaethria dido). Plate 2 from Metamorphosis Insectorum (1705) by Maria Sybilla Merian (1647-1717)

Wild pineapple. Coloured copper engraving, based on an illustration by Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm (1758-1811)
FLO4726356 Wild pineapple. Coloured copper engraving, based on an illustration by Gottlieb Tobias Wilhelm (1758-1811), in Encyclopedie d'histoire naturelle, published in Vienna (Austria), 1816

Pinuela of the pineapple family, with spinous red leaves and egg-shaped fruit
FLO4726738 Pinuela of the pineapple family, with spinous red leaves and egg-shaped fruit. Pinuela, of the pineapple family

Wave-leaved pineapple from John Lindley's "Pomological Magazine" 1827
5855764 Wave-leaved pineapple from John Lindley's "Pomological Magazine" 1827; (add.info.: Wave-leaved pineapple or Ananassa debilis Ananas Handcolored copperplate engraving by Watts of)

Pineapple - Pineapple, Pineapple comosus, fruit and leaf. Handcoloured zincograph by Chabots drawn by Miss M. A
FLO4599971 Pineapple - Pineapple, Pineapple comosus, fruit and leaf. Handcoloured zincograph by Chabots drawn by Miss M. A

Pineapple, Bromelia ananas
5856548 Pineapple, Bromelia ananas; (add.info.: Pineapple, Bromelia ananas. Handcolored copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration by J. Schaly from G. T)

Pineapple flower 1 and fruit 2, Pineapple comosus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's "
FLO4574148 Pineapple flower 1 and fruit 2, Pineapple comosus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder" (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1798

Letter A: AMABILITY charm is full of arrogance, while we stop ARROGANCE at all times. Engraving in " ABC
DUV4206534 Letter A: AMABILITY charm is full of arrogance, while we stop ARROGANCE at all times. Engraving in " ABC. Alphabet of good advice and mistakes to avoid". Ch

Pineapple in pot, Bromelia ananas
5856549 Pineapple in pot, Bromelia ananas; (add.info.: Pineapple plant in pot, Bromelia ananas. Handcolored copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration by J. Schaly from G. T)

Otaheite pineapple from John Lindley's "Pomological Magazine" 1827
5855766 Otaheite pineapple from John Lindley's "Pomological Magazine" 1827; (add.info.: Otaheite or Tahitian pineapple)

Anannas flower and cinerary. Pineapple flower, Pineapple comosus, and cineraria, Cineraria maxima
FLO4716018 Anannas flower and cinerary. Pineapple flower, Pineapple comosus, and cineraria, Cineraria maxima. Handcoloured woodblock print from Konan Tanigami's " Seiyou Sokazufu"

Ripe fruit and leaves of the Queen Pine, Ananas sativus
5854976 Ripe fruit and leaves of the Queen Pine, Ananas sativus; (add.info.: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Queen Pine, Ananas sativus)

Africa, Ghana, Volta Region. Pineapple plant

Pineapple kitchen print
Dionisis Gemos

Red pineapple (Ananas bracteatus) with fruit, Maui, Hawaii, USA

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Tropical fruits, fruits de serre chaude ou temperee. Guava, Psidium guajava 1, passionfruit, Passiflora caerulea 2, pineapple, Ananas comosus 3, pomegranate, Puncia granatum 4 and prickly pear

Marking nut and pinuela fruit
Marking nut, Semecarpus anacardium 1 and penguin or pinuela fruit, Bromelia pinguin 2. Anacardier, Ananas sauvage. Handcoloured steel engraving from Felix-Edouard Guerin-Menevilles Dictionnaire

Areca palm, pineapple and jackfruit
Areca palm tree, Dypsis lutescens 1, pineapple, Ananas comosus 3, and jackfruit, Artocarpus heterophyllus 4. Handcoloured copperplate drawn

Pineapple engraved by Johann Jakob Haid (1704-67) (coloured engraving)
STC149882 Pineapple engraved by Johann Jakob Haid (1704-67) (coloured engraving) by German School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

Pineapple plant, 1729 (oil on canvas)
3106564 Pineapple plant, 1729 (oil on canvas) by Coln, David von (1689-1763); 112x91 cm; Nationalmuseum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Native to South America)

Pineapple

Ananas sp
Plate 929 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Otaheite or Tahitian pineapple, Ananas species.. Handcolored copperplate engraving by Watts of a botanical painting by Mrs. Augusta Withers from John Lindleys Pomological Magazine 1827

Wave-leaved pineapple, Ananas debilis.. Handcolored copperplate engraving by Watts of a botanical painting by Mrs. Augusta Withers from John Lindleys Pomological Magazine 1827

Tapestry: La Recolte des ananas, from L Histoire de l empereur de la Chine Series; After cartoons by Guy-Louis Vernansal, French, 1648 - 1729, and Jean-Baptiste Monnoyer, French, 1636 - 1699

Pineapple plant - Malaysia
Huge Pineapple plant - Malaysia - not quite the type one would expect to pick up in Morrisons...!! Date: circa 1920s

Florida Pines Postcard. Florida Pines Postcard

Mango, pineapple and halved papaya, close up

Ananas, Pineapple cut in half on a plate, elevated view

Pineapple with insects
Plate 2 from Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium by Maria Sybilla Merian

Ananas sp. pineapple
Plate 166 from The Chief Natural Orders of Plants (1849). Illustrated and described by Elizabeth Twining (1805-1889)

Tropical Fruits
Plate 51 from Le Regne Vegetal, Vol 12, Hort. Atlas (1870). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. Entitled Fruits de Serre Temperee et Serre Chaude

Ananas sativas
From a collection of original drawings and sketches by Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Pineapple (Ananas comosus) close-up of flower and forming fruit, Palawan, Philippines, march

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"Ananas: The Tropical Delight" Discover the fascinating world of ananas, also known as pineapple. From Ananas aculeatus to Ananas comosus, this captivating fruit has a rich history and diverse varieties that will leave you craving for more. Did you know that Ananas comosus is the scientific name for our beloved pineapple? Its juicy sweetness and vibrant yellow flesh make it a favorite among fruit enthusiasts worldwide. Pair it with Philaethria dido, a stunning butterfly species often found fluttering around pineapple plants, and you have a match made in tropical heaven. Step into any kitchen adorned with a pineapple print, and you'll instantly feel transported to paradise. This iconic symbol brings warmth and cheerfulness to any space, reminding us of sunny days spent savoring its delicious flavor. Travel to Maui, Hawaii's picturesque island, where the Red Pineapple (Ananas bracteatus) thrives. With its striking red hue and succulent fruit, it adds an exotic touch to the already breathtaking landscape. Explore Africa's Volta Region in Ghana, where lush fields of pineapple plants stretch as far as the eye can see – truly nature's gift from this fertile land. The giving hands that cultivate these pineapples deserve recognition too. Their hard work ensures we can enjoy this delectable treat year-round. Let's appreciate their dedication in bringing us such joy through every bite. Pineapples are not alone on our plates; they often share space with other mouthwatering fruits like musk melon and watermelon. These refreshing combinations create delightful summer salads or tantalizing fruit bowls bursting with flavors. Whether grown in greenhouses or under warm tropical climates, pineapples belong to the league of extraordinary tropical fruits. Their unique taste transports us straight into paradise – one bite at a time. Lastly, let's not forget about marking nut and pinuela fruit – two lesser-known fruits that also deserve a moment in the spotlight.