The Queen of the Andes, Puya raimondii, is a terrestrial Bromeliad native to the highlands of Peru and Bolivia. Related to the Pineapple, it forms a rosette of narrow, thorn-edged leaves spanning 8 to 9 feet in diameter. In cultivation, it can bloom as early as 24 years, typically around 28 years—significantly faster than in its natural habitat. Its flowers are creamy white, approximately 2 inches across, featuring vivid orange anthers.
Details
Botanical Name
Puya raimondii
Common Name
Queen of the Andes Puya
Hardiness Zone
Appearance
Max Height
9 feet
Max Spread
9 feet
Plant Form
- Rosette
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Creamy White with Orange
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Dry to Average
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low
Deer Resistance
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