Scientific Name: Ananas bracteatus
Other Common Names: Wild Pineapple
Hardiness: Zones 10-11, Ideal temperatures between 14-24C
Light Req.: Full Sun to Shade
Water Req.: Drought tolerant, enjoys moderate waterings
Soil Req.: Acidic, well-drained, rich soil
Growth: Up to 90cm tall
Place of Origin: Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay
Indoor Care: Fruit is edible but smaller and less fleshy than commercial pineapples, often grown as ornamental plants rather than specifically for their fruit, fertilize once a month during growing season with diluted fertilizer