Eucomis comosa (Pineapple Flower)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Eucomis |
| Species | comosa |
| Category | Bulbs, Perennials, Tropicals |
| Origin | South Africa. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 7b - 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 - H4 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -12 - (-7) |
| Temperature (°F) | 10 - 20 |
| Height | 0.5 - 1 m |
| Spread | 0.1 - 0.5 m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | Propagate by seed in spring, plants will flower in 2-5 years or divide offsets. Bulb, 7 cm in diameter. |
| Cultivation | Plant in full sun in rich, well-drained soil. |
| Pests | Generally pest and disease free. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada (as a potted seasonal plant). |
| Leaf Description | Leaves to 70 x 6 cm, with numerous purple spots. |
| Flower Description | Star-shaped green or white flowers. |
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