Family: Bromeliaceae
(bro-mee-lee-AY-see-ee) Genus: Ananas (A-nan-as) Species: comosus (kom-OH-sus) Synonym:Bromelia comosa
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Category Edible Fruits and NutsPerennials Tropicals and Tender Perennials Water Requirements UnknownSun Exposure Sun to Partial ShadeFoliage EvergreenFoliage Color BronzeHeight 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)Spacing 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)24-36 in. (60-90 cm) Hardiness USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F) |
Where to Grow Suitable for growing in containersDanger Parts of plant are poisonous if ingestedBloom Color RedDark Blue Medium Purple Silver/Gray Bloom Characteristics UnknownBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Mid SpringLate Spring/Early Summer Other details UnknownSoil pH requirements 4.5 or below (very acidic)4.6 to 5.0 (highly acidic) 5.1 to 5.5 (strongly acidic) Patent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)From herbaceous stem cuttings From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium Seed Collecting Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seedsProperly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |