Pineapple Lily Plant
Pineapple Lily (Eucomis bicolor) is a bulb plant growing 1-2 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 7-10, with moderate growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring full sun and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Bulb
Height
0.5 to 1.0 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Loamy
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
South Africa
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 80%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
1 to 2 kg
Flowering Time
Summer to Fall
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.5 to 0.8 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
2 to 5 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
3 to 5 years
Health Benefits
Ornamental, Medicinal
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% sandy soil, 30% compost, 20% perlite
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Mealybugs, Aphids, Spider, Mites.
Improve drainage, reduce watering Prune affected leaves, neem oil spray Wipe with alcohol, neem oil Insecticidal soap, neem oil Increase humidity, neem oil
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Traditional Medicinal Use: Some species are used in African herbal medicine for inflammation.
Aesthetic Benefits: Enhances mood and mental well-being.