Eucomis vandermerwei ‘Octopus’
Description:
This rare species of pineapple lily is native to a small area of South Africa. The narrow green leaves are heavily ruffled and boldly covered in purple spots. The pineapple-like inflorescences have purple flowers that top the foliage in late summer. Should be hardy for us if kept dry when dormant.
Common Name: Pineapple Lily
Family: Hyacinthaceae (The Hyacinth Family)
Zone Hardiness: 7-10
Light: Part Sun, Full Sun
Height: 4-8"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: Purple
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: High rainfall region in the Northern Drakensberg Mountains just east of Pretoria, South Africa. Well-drained rocky crevices, free from winter moisture.
Award: AGM
Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Southern Africa and Madagascar
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