Dyckia
Dyckia Hybrid, Bromeliad or Pineapple Family ( Bromeliaceae ) Dyckia. Also called: Note: There are many hybrids.
Dyckia hybrid is a terrestrial, evergreen, bromeliad that has rosettes of spine margined purplish leaves and pale orange flowers that rise on a branched inflorescence from about 2 to 3 feet.
Plant in bright light to enhance the dark color. Needs some shade in Arizona. Give good drainage and from occasional to very little irrigation. Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F.
Height: Up to 1 foot tall. It also spreads about 1 - 2 foot.
Flowers: A 2 to 3 foot branched inflorescence emerges from the center of the plant. Then pale orange flowers emerge from the branched inflorescence.
Blooming Time: Phoenix Arizona, Mid March - April.
Leaves: The leaves form a basal rosette, they grow up to 1 feet long, and nearly 1 1/2 inches wide, spine margined purplish leaves, decorative grayish teeth.
Found: Native of South America.
Elevation: 0 - 1,300 Feet. In Arizona.
Habitat: It grows well in sand, sandy loam soils. It needs good drainage and aeration.
Miscellaneous: Maintenance: Low. Photos Taken at Phoenix Desert Botanical Garden. March 20, 2008.
