Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
sordida
ID:
401734

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Handb. Bromel. : 134 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401066



Common Names

  • Sordida Dyckia
  • Sordida Firecracker Plant
  • Sordida Firecracker Plant


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Description

Dyckia sordida (also called Red-spine Dyckia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dyckia sordida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments like fever, headache, and toothache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dyckia sordida has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyckia sordida 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 sordida

Dyckia sordida can be found in tropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Dyckia sordida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia sordida?

Dyckia sordida

What is the common name of Dyckia sordida?

Sordida dyckia

What is the natural habitat of Dyckia sordida?

Dyckia sordida is found in dry, rocky areas in Mexico and Central America

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:86342-2: 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].