Also known as Crown Pineapple Lily · Pineapple Lily · Wine Eucomis
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Pineapple Flower (Eucomis comosa) features dramatic spikes of star-shaped, fragrant flowers topped with a tuft of bracts, resembling a pineapple. Native to South Africa.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright light
Water when topsoil is dry
50% intensity
Reduce in winter
Well-drained, fertile soil
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures
75% intensity
Avoid frost, can tolerate cool dormancy
Feed during growing season
50% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Irritant to skin and mucous membranes; may cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings during the growing season.
Reduce watering significantly during dormancy in winter, keeping the soil barely moist to prevent rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogging.
Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to encourage further flowering or seed production, if desired. Cut back dead or yellowing foliage in autumn as the plant naturally dies back.
This tidies the plant and prepares it for its dormant period.
Propagate by division of offsets or bulbils during repotting in spring. Separate small bulbs carefully and plant them in well-draining soil.
Alternatively, grow from seed sown in spring, but flowering may take several years.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the bulbs have filled the pot. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a mix for succulents or a standard potting mix with added perlite.
Plant bulbs with the tip just visible at the soil surface.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Pineapple Flower (Eucomis comosa)
Where Pineapple Flower (Eucomis comosa) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Eucomis |
| Species | Eucomis comosa |
Similar in genus Eucomis
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