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Habitat:
subtropical and tropical
America.
Description: a family of monocotyledonous, mostly herbaceous plants;
some genera are epiphytic. They have a short stem and leaves arranged in a
rosette. The floral spikes may have colourful bracts. The fruits can be
either berries or capsules and carry seeds, often winged, with albumen.
Soil: fertile mix. Epiphytic species are best grown in a mix of peat,
composted chestnut tree wood and sand; alternatively, use a substrate for
epiphytic orchids.
Water: average.
Location: filtered or indirect light.
Temperature: the minimum temperature recommended is between 12 and
14°C (54-57°F).
Cultivation tips: be careful not to let the soil become too dry, even
in the winter , otherwise they may wither. They enjoy warm and humid
conditions.
Main genera: Abromeitiella, Billbergia, Dyckia, Hechtia, Puya,
Tillandsia.
Dyckia marnier-la-postolle
Dyckia marnier-la-postolle
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