Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
tuberosa
ID:
401809

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Beer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Fam. Bromel. : 157 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401141



Common Names

  • Dyckia tuberosa
  • Tuberosa Dyckia
  • Tuberosa's Dyckia


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Description

Dyckia tuberosa (also called Tuberous Dyckia, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent native to Brazil. It has a rosette of sharp, spiny leaves and yellow flowers. It is typically found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dyckia tuberosa 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

Dyckia tuberosa has yellow flowers with purple throats and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have bright green, spiky leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dyckia tuberosa is a perennial succulent that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers dry, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is frost hardy and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C.

Where to Find Dyckia tuberosa

Dyckia tuberosa is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is widely available in nurseries and garden centers.

Dyckia tuberosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dyckia tuberosa?

Dyckia tuberosa

What is the common name of Dyckia tuberosa?

Tuberous dyckia

What is the growth habit of Dyckia tuberosa?

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

Johann Georg Beer (1803-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beer' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:122819-1: 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].