Does it get any cuter than a pineapple plant with fruit? We doubt it. Nestled among the spiky foliage, the tasty fruit — which symbolizes hospitality — can be harvested and eaten once they are ripe. Save the top, replant them, and wait for a new one to grow. One of the easiest tropical plants to care for, they just need lots of sunshine and a little water. We do not recommend eating the red ...