Family: Bromeliaceae (bro-mee-lee-AY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Acanthostachys (a-kan-tho-STAK-iss) (Info)
Species: pitcairnioides
Category:
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Cactus and Succulents
Height:
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing:
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Danger:
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color:
Medium Blue
Bloom Time:
Unknown - Tell us
Foliage:
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Chartreuse/Yellow
Burgundy
Other details:
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
This plant is monocarpic
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Propagation Methods:
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting:
Unknown - Tell us
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