Are you up for a special delight today? Well, let me tell you, this fruit will blow your mind. It wasn’t long before pineberries were introduced to us and they immediately conquered the market.
When you first spot a pineberry, you will think that it’s a strawberry which is unripe, others will think that the strawberry went bad and only a few know the existence of this unique-looking fruit, which has numerous health benefits.
The red strawberry or scarlets have nothing to do with the pineberries, on the contrary, pineberries are unique-looking, delicious delights which have a special taste on their own.
What is a pineberry?
Pineberries or Pineberry Strawberry, is also known in Europe like Ananaserdbeere, which is the German word for Pineberry Strawberry. It looks like a strawberry, but tastes like a pineapple. Its unique appearance attracts immediate attention, white flesh with red seeds all over them.
Pineberries are the oldest variety of strawberry and they came into the market, with crossing Chilean white strawberry, Fragaria chiloensis and North American red strawberry. The product from this crossing was Fragaria ananassa– base material for many strawberry varieties. However, pineberries shouldn’t be confused with Alpine strawberries or Fragaria Vesca.
The pineberry is usually grown from March to December and because of its uniqueness it’s on the edge of extinction. During its growing season, we get little quantities of pineberries and that’s why in Japan, a single pineberry is sold for $4. Nowadays, breeders are trying to save this plant from extinction and they are doing an excellent job.
Pineberry Health Benefits
Pineberries are also potent antioxidants and contain powerful nutrients, which will improve your overall health.
Here are some of the reasons why you should purchase these delicious delights:
Powerful Antioxidants:
In order to increase antioxidant levels, pineberries are the perfect choice for you. They will lower oxidation in your body and therefore prevent many conditions or diseases like cancer or heart disease, for example.
Boost your energy:
Pineberries contain a great amount of carbs, which is a bad news for your weight, but a good one for you energy level. Carbs can’t affect the body in a negative way, if they are consumed naturally. Like eating a white strawberry, it provides a healthy intake of carbs and boosts your energy levels, the natural way.
Improve the Immune System:
Due to its antioxidant properties and high levels of vitamin C, pineberries can help you strengthen the immune system and prevent from getting a flu or virus. White strawberry gives a perfect twist to your smoothies or fruit salads.
Prevent Digestive Problems:
Pineberries will keep your bowels moving, due to the fiber presence in the white strawberries. Fiber is also responsible for reducing cholesterol and prevents heart disease. Pineberry can also satisfy your organism for a longer period of the day, don’t let the small size fool you. They will kill your hunger and keep you vibrant throughout the day.
Perfect for Soon-To-Be-Mums:
These amazingly delicious white strawberries are a perfect ingredient for pregnant women. Pineberries contain folate, important for a proper development of the fetus as well as for preventing birth deformities or defects of the baby.
Strengthen Bones and Teeth:
White strawberries are rich in vitamin A, which is an essential vitamin for strengthening bones and teeth protection. Pineberries are great for increasing vitamin A intake.
Improve Heart Health:
Due to potassium presence, pineberries are perfect for controlling blood pressure. Low blood pressure means heart attack, stroke, heart failure and many other heart disease, which may be fatal to your life. White strawberries increase potassium levels and therefore protect your heart health.
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Want to grow your own pineberries?
Can you grow red strawberries? Yes? Well, you can grow pineberries, too.
Use a couple of starters in the first year. Pineberry plants are self-pollinating plants, and you can plant them near regular red strawberries. Don’t worry, this won’t change their color or taste.
For optimal results, consider planting Natural Albino pineberry cultivars next to Sonata strawberries. Pineberry plants need 6-10 hours of sun and well-draining soil that stays moist.
Plant your pineberries in spring as the soil needs to be warm. If you plant your pineberries in fall, use a lot of mulch over the starts to protect them. Don’t plant your pineberries near eggplants, potatoes and tomatoes.
The holes should be 30 cm apart. Pineberries like moist but not overly wet soil. You can use a drip system. When it comes to fertilizers, use organic product every 2-4 weeks.
Harvest your pineberries when they turn white or pinkish-white.
Nutritive value of Pineberry ( 2 oz serving) |
| Energy …………………………………………………………………………….. 577Calories…………………………………………………………………………….. 138
Alcohol……………………………………………………………………………… 22.7g Carbohydrates…………………………………………………………………… 0g Fiber…………………………………………………………………………………… 0g Sugar………………………………………………………………………………….. 0g Cholesterol………………………………………………………………………… 0g Sodium………………………………………………………………………………. 0g Fats……………………………………………………………………………………. 0g |