Eucomis autumnalis ssp. amaryllidifolia
Also Known As
- Eucomis autumnalis ssp. amaryllifolius
- Pineapple Lily
Plant type
perennial, bulb / corm / tuber
size
- H: 24"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 8a-11
Eucomis autumnalis ssp. amaryllidifolia plant details
Eucomis autumnalis ssp. amaryllidifolia is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In fall and summer chartreuse and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Eucomis autumnalis ssp. amaryllidifolia
- Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
- Plant family: asparagaceae, liliaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 24 IN tall
- Flowers: chartreuse and white blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, flower spikes, focal point, rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Eucomis autumnalis ssp. amaryllidifolia
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Gardening facts about Eucomis autumnalis ssp. amaryllidifolia plant
How to Grow Eucomis autumnalis ssp. amaryllidifolia
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- chartreuse
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy
See other plant types of Eucomis for your garden
aka Victoria Pineapple Lily
Plant Type
Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 18"-30"
Width: 20"
- sun
- even moisture
- dry when dormant
aka Eucomis bicolor [Purple], Eucomis reichenbachii, Pineapple Lily
Plant Type
Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry when dormant
aka Eucomis pole evansii, Eucomis pole-evansii, Giant Pineapple Lily, Pineapple Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - low
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Eucomis 'Van der Merwei', Dwarf Spotted Pineapple Lily, Van der Merwei Pineapple Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-15"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - occasional
- dry when dormant
aka Can Can Pineapple Lily
Plant Type
Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 24"-28"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
- dry when dormant
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