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Fact of the Day: Did you know pineapples are named after pinecones – 24 November 2023

Impress your family and friends with these random – yet fascinating – facts in The South African’s ‘Did you know?’ feature.

Did you know?

Did you know Fact of the Day looks at the most shocking, interesting and funny facts across the world. Photo: Pixabay

Share intriguing facts with your loved ones through The South African’s ‘Did you know?’ feature and impress them with your knowledge.

Did you know about pineapples being named after pinecones?

Pineapples are named after pinecones. This is mainly due to the similarity of its spiky outer skin. Pinecones are also the product of the pine tree. 

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