Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
piracanjubensis
ID:
1592962

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esteves & Gouda

Source:

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
J. Bromeliad Soc. 66: 172 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047859



Common Names

  • Dyckia piracanjubensis
  • Piracanjubensis Dyckia
  • Piracanjubensis's Bromeliad


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Description

Dyckia piracanjubensis (also called Piracanjuba Dyckia, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bromeliad with long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It is native to South America, and is usually found in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dyckia piracanjubensis is used in landscaping as a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has a unique, eye-catching appearance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dyckia piracanjubensis has small, yellow flowers that are borne in a cluster. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a short stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyckia piracanjubensis is a terrestrial bromeliad native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing plant and can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. It can also be grown in a terrarium or greenhouse.

Where to Find Dyckia piracanjubensis

Dyckia piracanjubensis can be found in South America.

Dyckia piracanjubensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia piracanjubensis?

Dyckia piracanjubensis

What is the natural habitat of Dyckia piracanjubensis?

Dry, rocky areas in Brazil

What is the size of Dyckia piracanjubensis?

Grows up to 2 feet tall

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

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77166742-1: 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].