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Ananas lucidus

Family Bromeliaceae
Plant Type tender perennial
Zone USDA:   11   RHS:   FT   EGF:   G2   Australia:   5  
Care Level medium
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The tender perennial Ananas lucidus (curagua) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and white blossoms. The showy matte foliage is bright red and greyish green in colour, coarse in texture and evergreen. Ananas lucidus (curagua) bears aromatic and showy fruit.
Typical Uses Border, container, house plant and tropical.
Special Characteristics This tender perennial attracts hummingbirds to your garden. Ananas lucidus tolerates drought and salt.
Cautions Thorns can make Ananas lucidus (curagua) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets.