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Pingwing Ixtle, scientifically known as Aechmea magdalenae, is a perennial plant belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. Pingwing Ixtle (Latin: Aechmea magdalenae, family Bromeliaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Pingwing Ixtle is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Pingwing Ixtle is a member of the Bromeliaceae family native to BLZ, CLM, COS, ECU, ELS, and GUA. Pingwing Ixtle thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Pingwing Ixtle grows best in USDA zone 10-12, partial sun/shade, full shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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