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Pineapple lilies (Eucomis)
Pineapple lilies are herbaceous flowering plants with erect flowerheads and modified leaflets on the top, making them superficially similar to pineapples. They are native to southern Africa, but prefer more humid habitats and are absent from drier regions. Due to their decorative looks both during blooming and during seeding, many pineapple lilies are popular in gardening and landscaping.
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Pineapple lilies
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Attributes of Pineapple lilies
Plant Height
50 cm
Spread
45 cm to 60 cm
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Pineapple lilies
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Asparagus and allies
Family
Asparagus
Genus
Pineapple lilies
Distribution of Pineapple lilies
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Distribution Map of Pineapple lilies
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Pineapple lilies
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The pineapple lilies genus, often referred to as Pineapple Lilies, typically requires a full sun or partial shade environment, requiring well-drained soil and moderate watering. Basic care needs include rich, well-drained soil, ample sunlight, and average moisture. Common challenges include susceptibility to pests like slugs and snails, as well as rot if overwatered. A few viral diseases can also affect these plants. Seasonal considerations differ across the year: Reduction in watering during the dormant winter phase, increased water and fertilization during the growing phase in spring and summer, and protection against extreme cold in winter in certain regions.
How to Water Pineapple lilies?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Pineapple lilies?
How to Plant Pineapple lilies?
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7 most common species：
Pineapple lily
Pineapple lily (*Eucomis comosa*) gets its common name from the arrangement of foliage reminiscent of pineapple leaves that sits atop its spiky stem. The genus name also comes from the tuft of foliage, but in this case, the name compares it to a tuft of hair: "Eucomis" combines the Greek words “eu,” meaning good, and “come,” meaning hair. This plant is indigenous to South Africa.
Autumn pineapple lily
Autumn pineapple lily is a distinctive garden plant native to southern Africa. The flowers resemble white pineapples when it blooms in the fall. In the United States, it is prized for its unique flowers and it's even been an award-winning plant in several garden and floral shows.
Variegated pineapple lily
Eucomis bicolor is a perennial growing from a large bulb. It reaches 30 to 60 cm in height, with a basal rosette of wavy leaves 30 to 50 cm long. In late summer (August in the UK), it produces a stout stem (peduncule), often with purple markings.
Pineapple lilies 'Gsalkele'
Pineapple lilies 'Gsalkele' features a rosette of strap-shaped, lush green leaves, from which emerges a tall central flower spike. The inflorescence is notable for its mass of star-shaped, creamy white blooms, topped with a crown of leafy bracts, reminiscent of a pineapple's topknot. This bulbous perennial thrives in warm, well-drained soils, where it can showcase its exotic charm through summer to fall.
Pineapple lily 'Glow Sticks'
The pineapple lily 'Glow Sticks' gets its whimsical name from its long, white and yellow flower stems, which look like glow sticks against the ruffled yellow and green foliage. This pineapple lily is deer and rabbit-resistant and incredibly easy to grow! Gardeners love its fun, bright appearance and its low maintenance needs.
Pineapple lilies 'Leia'
With a rosette of strappy leaves, pineapple lilies 'Leia' features a captivating spike of star-like flowers, topped by a crown of leafy bracts, resembling a pineapple. This perennial thrives in warm, well-drained soils, where its enchanting bloom emerges in summer, attracting pollinators. Its whimsical appearance and drought tolerance make pineapple lilies 'Leia' a delightful yet resilient addition to any garden.
Pineapple lily 'Tugela Jade'
Noted for its flowers' distinctive, pineapple-like shapes and coconut scent, the pineapple lily 'Tugela Jade' was cultivated from the Eucomis comosa. It is named for the South African Tugela River where the Eucomis plants originate. It is popular for florists and gardeners because it lasts a long time once it has been cut for flower arrangements.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Pineapple lilies
Eucomis
Pineapple lilies are herbaceous flowering plants with erect flowerheads and modified leaflets on the top, making them superficially similar to pineapples. They are native to southern Africa, but prefer more humid habitats and are absent from drier regions. Due to their decorative looks both during blooming and during seeding, many pineapple lilies are popular in gardening and landscaping.
Lifespan
Perennial
Key Facts About Pineapple lilies
Feedback
Attributes of Pineapple lilies
Plant Height
50 cm
Spread
45 cm to 60 cm
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Pineapple lilies
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Monocotyledons Order
Asparagus and allies Family
Asparagus Genus
Pineapple lilies Distribution of Pineapple lilies
Feedback
Distribution Map of Pineapple lilies
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Pineapple lilies
Feedback
The pineapple lilies genus, often referred to as Pineapple Lilies, typically requires a full sun or partial shade environment, requiring well-drained soil and moderate watering. Basic care needs include rich, well-drained soil, ample sunlight, and average moisture. Common challenges include susceptibility to pests like slugs and snails, as well as rot if overwatered. A few viral diseases can also affect these plants. Seasonal considerations differ across the year: Reduction in watering during the dormant winter phase, increased water and fertilization during the growing phase in spring and summer, and protection against extreme cold in winter in certain regions.
How to Water Pineapple lilies?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Pineapple lilies?
How to Plant Pineapple lilies?
Exploring the Pineapple lilies Plants
Feedback
7 most common species：
Pineapple lily
Pineapple lily (*Eucomis comosa*) gets its common name from the arrangement of foliage reminiscent of pineapple leaves that sits atop its spiky stem. The genus name also comes from the tuft of foliage, but in this case, the name compares it to a tuft of hair: "Eucomis" combines the Greek words “eu,” meaning good, and “come,” meaning hair. This plant is indigenous to South Africa.
Autumn pineapple lily
Autumn pineapple lily is a distinctive garden plant native to southern Africa. The flowers resemble white pineapples when it blooms in the fall. In the United States, it is prized for its unique flowers and it's even been an award-winning plant in several garden and floral shows.
Variegated pineapple lily
Eucomis bicolor is a perennial growing from a large bulb. It reaches 30 to 60 cm in height, with a basal rosette of wavy leaves 30 to 50 cm long. In late summer (August in the UK), it produces a stout stem (peduncule), often with purple markings.
Pineapple lilies 'Gsalkele'
Pineapple lilies 'Gsalkele' features a rosette of strap-shaped, lush green leaves, from which emerges a tall central flower spike. The inflorescence is notable for its mass of star-shaped, creamy white blooms, topped with a crown of leafy bracts, reminiscent of a pineapple's topknot. This bulbous perennial thrives in warm, well-drained soils, where it can showcase its exotic charm through summer to fall.
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More Popular Genus
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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