Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
rupestris
ID:
401668

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Till & Morawetz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bromelie 1990: 66 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401000



Common Names

  • Dyckia Rupestris
  • Rupestris Dyckia
  • Rupestris Silver-Leaf


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Description

Dyckia rupestris (also called Rock Dyckia, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant that is native to Brazil. It has a rosette habit with long, narrow, and serrated leaves. It is found in rocky outcrops in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Dyckia rupestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It has a low water requirement and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dyckia rupestris has yellow flowers with small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyckia rupestris is a perennial succulent that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to encourage bushier growth.

Where to Find Dyckia rupestris

Dyckia rupestris is native to Brazil. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and is often cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Dyckia rupestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia rupestris?

Dyckia rupestris

What is the common name of Dyckia rupestris?

Rock dyckia

What is the growth habit of Dyckia rupestris?

It is an evergreen perennial with a rosette habit

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

Walter Till (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Till' in the authors string.
Wilfried Morawetz (1952-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morawetz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:312600-2: 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].