Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
401143

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 9: 516 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400475



Common Names

  • Dyckia Gracilis
  • Graceful Dyckia
  • Graceful-Leaved Dyckia


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Description

Dyckia gracilis (also called 'Graceful Dyckia' and 'Graceful Silver-Leaf', 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, rocky regions at altitudes of 500-1,500m. It grows in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Dyckia gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dyckia gracilis has yellow flowers with a red center. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyckia gracilis is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant succulent that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from cuttings, but it is best to wait until the plant is well-established before attempting this method.

Where to Find Dyckia gracilis

Dyckia gracilis can be found in Brazil.

Dyckia gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia gracilis?

Dyckia gracilis

What is the common name of Dyckia gracilis?

Slender Dyckia

What is the natural habitat of Dyckia gracilis?

Dyckia gracilis is native to Brazil and is found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.

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:86258-2: 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].