Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
ferox
ID:
401070

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 511 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400402



Common Names

  • Dyckia ferox
  • Fierce Dyckia
  • Fierce Bromeliad


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Description

Dyckia ferox (also called 'Ferox Bromeliad', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dyckia ferox is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used to create hedges and screens. The plant has a number of medicinal uses, including treating colds, coughs, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dyckia ferox 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 ferox 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 ferox

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

Dyckia ferox FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia ferox?

Dyckia ferox

What is the common name of Dyckia ferox?

Ferox Dyckia

What is the natural habitat of Dyckia ferox?

Dyckia ferox is found in the rocky areas of 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

Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86246-2: 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].