Molineria Species, Hill Coconut, Lumbah, Weevil Lily

Molinerialatifolia

Genus
Molineria (mo-lee-ne-ria)
Species
latifolia (lat-ee-FOH-lee-uh)
Synonym
Curculigo latifolia
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Inconspicuous/none
Bloom Time
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
Other Details
Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Groundcovers
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Boca Raton, Florida

Houston, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

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neutral
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Boca Raton, FL (Zone 10b) | December 2009 | positive

Small grey seedy fruits have unusual ability of altering the taste of water and acidic foods, causing them to taste sweet.

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