Eucomis vandermerwei

Eucomis vandermerwei

Family: Hyacinthaceae

Common names: spotted-leaf eucomis

Very hardy, deciduous bulb with beautiful leaves that are tinged wine red and have masses of dark spots. It bears a spike of wine red flowers topped with bracts giving it the look of a pineapple in summer. Grows in full sun or semi-shade. Best planted in groups to get the full effect of this wonderful, rare little plant.

Sowing instructions : Sow seeds in summer in a well drained medium.

Locality: Ex Hort. Harvest: May 2024