Eucomis bicolor (Two-coloured Pineapple Lily)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Eucomis |
| Species | bicolor |
| Category | Bulbs, Perennials, Tropicals |
| Origin | South Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8b - 9a |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 8b |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H4 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -10 to -5 |
| Temperature (°F) | 14 - 23 |
| Height | 0.1 - 0.5 m |
| Spread | 0.1 - 0.5 m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | Propagate by seed, sown in autumn or spring or by division of offsets. |
| Cultivation | Plant in full sun 15 cm deep in fertile and well-drained soil. |
| Pests | Generally pest and disease free. |
| Notable Specimens | The Mac Cuddy Botanic Garden, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada (as a potted seasonal plant). |
| Leaf Description | Leaves oblong, 30-50 x 8-10 cm long, dark green with numerous purple spots beneath. |
| Flower Description | Flowers are star-shaped and pale green, with maroon-edged tepals. |
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