Dyckia platyphylla

Family: Bromeliaceae
Genus: Dyckia
Species: platyphylla

Category:
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Cactus and Succulents

Height:
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Spacing:
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Hardiness:
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade

Danger:
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color:
Orange and Yellow

Bloom Time:
Mid Winter early Spring in Southern United States

Foliage:
Green to Green Gray with red edges during bloom times

Other details:
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Soil pH requirements:
Dry, porous and well drained.

Propagation Methods:
Plant division by removing pups.

Southern Louisiana Horticulurist