Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
macropoda
ID:
401360

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 14: 485 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400692



Common Names

  • Macropoda Dyckia
  • Macropoda Bromelia
  • Macropoda Urn Plant


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Description

Dyckia macropoda (also called Macropod 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 macropoda 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 macropoda has yellow or orange flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyckia macropoda is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Dyckia macropoda

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

Dyckia macropoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia macropoda?

Dyckia macropoda

What is the natural habitat of Dyckia macropoda?

Dyckia macropoda is native to Brazil.

What are the common uses of Dyckia macropoda?

Dyckia macropoda 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:86293-2: 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].