Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
comosa
ID:
767716

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Houtt.) H.R.Wehrh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Gartenstaud. 1: 154 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000767049



Common Names

  • Eucomis comosa
  • Plume-flowered Eucomis
  • Pineapple Flower


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Description

Eucomis comosa (also called Tufted 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 comosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eucomis comosa var. striata (G.Don) Willd.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eucomis comosa 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 comosa 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 comosa

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

Eucomis comosa FAQ

What is the common name of Eucomis comosa?

Ostrich plume pineapple lily

What are the hardiness zones of Eucomis comosa?

7-10

What is the ideal soil pH for Eucomis comosa?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-305891: Based on the initial data import
Martinus Houttuyn (1720-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Houtt.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Rudolf Wehrhahn (1887-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Wehrh.' in the authors string.