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The Bayonet bromeliad (Bromelia serra) is a perennial plant native to humid forests in northeastern and western-central Brazil, southeastern Brazil, Paraguay, Bolivia, and French Guiana. Bayonet bromeliad (Latin: Bromelia serra, family Bromeliaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Bayonet bromeliad is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Bayonet bromeliad is a member of the Bromeliaceae family native to AGE, AGW, BOL, BZL, BZC, and FRG. Bayonet bromeliad thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Bayonet bromeliad grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, 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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