Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
macedoi
ID:
401346

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo , n.s., f.m., 2: 195 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400678



Common Names

  • Macedoi Dyckia
  • Macedoi Bromelia
  • Macedoi Urn Plant


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyckia macedoi is a slow-growing plant that prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a sterile mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Dyckia macedoi

Dyckia macedoi can be found in Brazil, in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Goiás.

Dyckia macedoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia macedoi?

Dyckia macedoi

What is the natural habitat of Dyckia macedoi?

Dyckia macedoi is native to Brazil.

What are the common uses of Dyckia macedoi?

Dyckia macedoi is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

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

Lyman Bradford Smith (1904-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86289-2: 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].