Greigia sphacelata
Family: Bromeliaceae
What it is like
Greigia sphacelata is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.9 m (3ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Height (m): 0.9
Where it is found
Not known
S. America - Chile.
Conservation Status:
Countries/locations it is found in
How it is used
Food
Rating: 1
Fruit.
Medicine
Rating: 0
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How it is grown
A frost tender plant requiring stove conditions, though it can be grown outdoors in the summer.
Propagating it: Seed -
Best place to grow: Cultivated Beds;
Habit: Perennial
Hardiness: 9-11
Growth:
Soil: Light (sandy), medium, heavy (clay)
Shade: Semi-shade, no shade
Moisture: Moist