Abstract Pineapple originates from tropical regions in South America and is therefore significantly impacted by cold stress. Periodic cold events in the equatorial regions where pineapple is grown may induce early flowering. also known as precocious flowering. resulting in monetary losses due to small fruit size and the need to make multiple passes for harvesting a single field. https://www.chiggate.com/merlot-redbud-tree-sale/