Overview
Eucomis punctata striata is a garden plant in the genus Eucomis, part of the Q157167 family. It is native to South Africa.
About
Eucomis punctata striata is a South African member of the genus Eucomis that produces a summer flowering display in the UK from July to August. It is grown for its summer blooms rather than foliage. Planting choices should highlight the flowering period. Expect the main ornamental interest to be the July–August flowers.
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About the genus
Eucomis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Scilloideae, native to southern Africa. Most species of this genus are commonly referred to as pineapple flowers or pineapple lilies. They are bulbous perennials with basal rosettes of leaves and stout stems covered in star-shaped flowers with a tuft of green bracts at the top, superficially resembling a pineapple – hence the common names.
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In the garden
Eucomis punctata striata belongs to the genus Eucomis and originates from South Africa; gardeners cultivate it for a clear summer flowering season in the UK, with blooms appearing in July to August. Its seasonal interest centres on the mid- to late-summer display rather than year-round foliage features. When planning for Eucomis punctata striata, prioritise a position where the July–August flowers will be visible from paths, patios or seating areas so the display is enjoyed at its peak. Containers allow you to move plants for display and for any winter protection gardeners may choose to provide. Deadhead spent flowers to keep the display tidy through the season and to direct energy away from old flower stems. In UK borders use Eucomis punctata striata as a summer-flowering accent among later-season perennials or grasses where its flowering window fills a gap between earlier and later summer interest. For a stronger summer effect, group several plants so their flowering periods overlap. Expect the plant’s primary season of interest in the UK to be July to August.
Plant details
Eucomis punctata striata size, habit and characteristics
- Native to
- South Africa
More in the Eucomis genus
- Eucomispineapple lily
- Eucomis bicolortwo-coloured pineapple lily
- Eucomis bicolor 'Alba'two-coloured pineapple lily 'Alba'
- Eucomis pallidifloragiant pineapple lily
- Eucomis punctata
