Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bicolor
ID:
767712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 10: 492 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000767045



Common Names

  • Eucomis bicolor
  • Two-colored Eucomis
  • Pineapple Flower


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Description

Eucomis bicolor (also called Two-colored Eucomis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to South Africa, and it typically grows in rocky, sandy, and grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eucomis bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucomis bicolor is a star-shaped, white flower with greenish-yellow markings. The seed is a small, black, shiny nut. The seedlings are small, with two rounded cotyledons and two long, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eucomis bicolor is a bulbous perennial native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the bulbs and separate them into smaller clumps. Plant the clumps in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. Keep the plants in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Eucomis bicolor

Eucomis bicolor is native to South Africa and is found in rocky habitats.

Eucomis bicolor FAQ

What is the common name of Eucomis bicolor?

Two-colored pineapple lily

What are the hardiness zones of Eucomis bicolor?

7-10

What is the ideal soil pH for Eucomis bicolor?

6.0-7.5

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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