Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
leptostachya
ID:
401299

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 22: 198 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400631



Common Names

  • Leptostachya Dyckia
  • Leptostachya Brazillian Torch
  • Leptostachya Silver Torch


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Description

Dyckia leptostachya (also called Leptostachya Dyckia, among many other common names) is a succulent native to Brazil. It has thin, spiny leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas and is often found in cerrado habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dyckia leptostachya is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dyckia leptostachya has yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyckia leptostachya is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Dyckia leptostachya

Dyckia leptostachya can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Dyckia leptostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia leptostachya?

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What is the optimal temperature for Dyckia leptostachya?

The optimal temperature for Dyckia leptostachya is between 16-20°C.

What is the optimal soil pH for Dyckia leptostachya?

The optimal soil pH for Dyckia leptostachya is between 5.5-7.5.

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:122751-1: 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].