Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
pernambucana
ID:
401507

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 20: 179 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400839



Common Names

  • Pernambucana Dyckia
  • Pernambucana Firecracker Plant
  • Pernambucana Firecracker Plant


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Description

Dyckia pernambucana (also called Pernambuco Dyckia, 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, open habitats, at altitudes of 0–1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Dyckia pernambucana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dyckia pernambucana are yellow, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and bushy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyckia pernambucana is a perennial succulent plant that is native to Brazil. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation can be done through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Dyckia pernambucana

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

Dyckia pernambucana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia pernambucana?

Dyckia pernambucana

What type of soil does Dyckia pernambucana prefer?

Dyckia pernambucana prefers sandy, well-drained soil.

What is the best temperature for Dyckia pernambucana?

Dyckia pernambucana prefers temperatures between 50 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit.

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:86320-2: 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].