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Giant Pineapple Lily (Eucomis pallidiflora)

Eucomis pallidiflora, the Giant Pineapple Lily, is a striking bulbous perennial with tall, starry flower spikes resembling a pineapple. Native to South Africa.

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Sunlight

High

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil

Temperature

Moderate

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Moderate

Care Requirements

Light

High

Prefers full sun to partial shade for best flowering and growth.

Watering

Moderate

Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings during growth; keep drier in winter.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil

Temperature

Moderate

Prefers warm temperatures (18-25°C) during growth; can tolerate cooler, dry conditions during dormancy.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Moderate

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Plant Overview

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.6-1.2 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Strap-like

Flower Size

Small

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsparagaceae
  • genusEucomis
  • speciesEucomis pallidiflora
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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