Eucomis bicolor, commonly known as Pineapple Lily, is a deciduous perennial bulb native to South Africa, specifically grasslands and rocky slopes. It features a rosette of strappy leaves and grows to a height and width of 1-2 feet. The plant is named for its flower spike, which resembles a pineapple, with a tuft of green bracts atop a dense raceme of star-shaped flowers with contrasting colors of cream, green, purple, and white, blooming in the summer. The flowers are quite showy and can add an exotic touch to gardens.

Pineapple Lily is valued for its unique flower spikes and ease of care. It is often used in borders, container gardens, and as a focal point in ornamental beds. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. While it requires regular watering during the growing season, it is drought-tolerant once established. After flowering, reduce watering as the plant goes dormant. In colder climates, the bulbs should be lifted and stored over winter. Potential problems include bulb rot if overwatered and slug or snail damage to the leaves. Eucomis bicolor is not known to be invasive and does not typically present problems with aggressive roots.CC BY-SA 4.0