Succulent
Dyckia
Dyckia
Varieties We Carry
Red DevilDyckia
Sizes & Pricing
3 galFrom$34.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size6-18 inches × 12-24 inches
About Dyckia
Dyckia (Dyckia spp.) is a genus of terrestrial bromeliads from the dry grasslands and rocky outcrops of South America, particularly Brazil, forming tight rosettes of stiff, spine-edged leaves in colors ranging from silver and green to bronze and near-black. Unlike most bromeliads, dyckias are not monocarpic — they offset prolifically and bloom repeatedly, sending up spikes of small orange or yellow flowers. Prized by collectors for their rugged texture and extreme drought tolerance. Starting at $34.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Orange
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Plant dyckia in full sun; it thrives in Florida's intense sun and heat and is one of the few bromeliads that performs best without any shade.
Water
Dyckia is extremely drought-tolerant and needs little to no supplemental irrigation once established in NE Florida; avoid overwatering as excess moisture causes root rot — let the soil dry out completely between waterings.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in sandy, fast-draining soil; dyckia requires very little fertilizer — an occasional light application of a diluted balanced fertilizer in spring and summer is sufficient, and rich or heavily amended soils are unnecessary.
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Common questions
Is Dyckia a good plant for St. Augustine?
Dyckia is a succulent for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 6-18 inches × 12-24 inches.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.