Dyckia brevifolia DJC2014 2019-05-20 with purple flowers

with purple flowers

it is manageable enough to grow in a 6 inch pot

The inflorescence is a scape that remains within the rosette

Resembling a Cryptanthus in general shape

or a similar cross

Dyckia brevifolia DJC2014 2019-05-20 with purple flowersA smaller, more compact species suitable for pot culture or rock gardens. Several forms exist but most are fairly similar; a 4 to 8 inch leafy rosette with broad leaves tapering to a point, very thick and triangular. The color is light green, glossy and the margins bear moderate, light colored spines. The inflorescence is simple, about 30 inches tall and bears sulfur colored flowers. After a trip to the habitat of this species we were astonished to