Bayonet bromeliad
Bromelia serra
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Basic Information
Family: Bromeliaceae
Genus: bromelia
Plant ID (slug): bromelia-serra
Numeric ID: 23594
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Bromelia serra is an evergreen Perennial growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in) by 0.4 m (1ft 4in) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils and can grow in very acid soils. It can grow in full shade (deep woodland) semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
S. America - central Brazil and Bolivia to Paraguay and northern Argentina.
Habitats
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Fruit Shoots Stem Edible Uses: Very young shoots[317 ]. The stem is roasted and eaten, and the fruit is boiled to obtain a thick syrup.
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Bromelia serra Bayonet bromeliad