Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
excelsa
ID:
401064

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leme

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Pabstia 4(4): 6 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400396



Common Names

  • Excelsa Dyckia
  • Excelsa Silver Torch
  • Excelsa Silver Star


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Description

Dyckia excelsa (also called 'Excelsa Dyckia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to 1-2 m tall. It is native to Brazil, where it is found in the mountains of Minas Gerais. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dyckia excelsa is used as an ornamental plant for its bright yellow flowers and is also used in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dyckia excelsa has yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyckia excelsa is a slow-growing, evergreen succulent that can reach up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall and wide. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-draining soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Dyckia excelsa

Dyckia excelsa is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo, and Bahia.

Dyckia excelsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia excelsa?

Dyckia excelsa

What is the common name of Dyckia excelsa?

Excelsa Dyckia

What is the natural habitat of Dyckia excelsa?

Dyckia excelsa is native to Brazil

Species in the Dyckia genus

Dyckia affinis, Dyckia agudensis, Dyckia alba, Dyckia aurea, Dyckia beateae, Dyckia beloisae, Dyckia brachyphylla, Dyckia brachystachya, Dyckia bracteata, Dyckia brasiliana, Dyckia braunii, Dyckia brevifolia, Dyckia burchellii, Dyckia burle-marxii, Dyckia cabrerae, Dyckia choristaminea, Dyckia cinerea, Dyckia commixta, Dyckia consimilis, Dyckia coximensis, Dyckia crocea, Dyckia dawsonii, Dyckia delicata, Dyckia deltoidea, Dyckia densiflora, Dyckia dissitiflora, Dyckia distachya, Dyckia duckei, Dyckia dusenii, Dyckia elata, Dyckia elisabethae, Dyckia elongata, Dyckia eminens, Dyckia encholirioides, Dyckia estevesii, Dyckia excelsa, Dyckia exserta, Dyckia ferox, Dyckia ferruginea, Dyckia floribunda, Dyckia fosteriana, Dyckia frigida, Dyckia glandulosa, Dyckia goehringii, Dyckia goiana, Dyckia gracilis, Dyckia granmogulensis, Dyckia hatschbachii, Dyckia hebdingii, Dyckia hohenbergioides,

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Elton Martinez Carvalho Leme (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leme' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:974096-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].