Dyckia brevifolia
SAW BLADE, PINEAPPLE DYCKIA
Bromeliaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial or succulent

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering

Soil: orchid compost, mildly acidic to neutral

Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost
0.3m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

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Origins: South America

Other Botanical Names: Dyckia gemellaria, Dyckia sulphurea

Other Common Names: Bromeliad

 
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Dyckia brevifolia
SAW BLADE, PINEAPPLE DYCKIA
Bromeliaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial or succulent

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to warm low sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering

Soil: orchid compost, mildly acidic to neutral

Tolerances: moderate wind, light frost
0.3m
Plant habit
 
0.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: gold

Flowering Time: late spring

Leaves: silver-grey or purple-brown


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits contemporary & dry style designs

Uses: pot, hanging basket, accents, border

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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