Dyckia 'Kelly' [marnier-lapostelle x brittle star]

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-11

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Dyckia 'Kelly' [marnier-lapostelle x brittle star] plant details

Dyckia 'Kelly' [marnier-lapostelle x brittle star] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with purple, variegated and white foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dyckia 'Kelly' [marnier-lapostelle x brittle star]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen purple, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, spiky, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dyckia 'Kelly' [marnier-lapostelle x brittle star]

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This terrestrial bromeliad hybrid is a cross between Dyckia marinier-lapostelle and Dyckia 'Brittle Star'. Vigorous, with beautiful purplish coloring and dusty white scurf. HOWEVER... This is clear proof on how unpredictable dyckia genetics can be!!! No two seedlings look alike. Some look like marinier-lapostelle, some look like Brittle Star, and some look like both mixed together. It's like having children, you never know what you'll get. So far, they are all awesome.