Cycad (Zamia furfuracea)
Cardboard palm (Zamia furfuracea) is a cycad native to Mexico, featuring a stout trunk and stiff, pinnate leaves. It is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant plant.
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Sunlight
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
Watering
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, or a mix of peat moss, sand, and perlite.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures between 18-27°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Bright, indirect light is ideal.
Avoid intense direct sun.
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend, or a mix of peat moss, sand, and perlite.
Prefers warm temperatures between 18-27°C.
Avoid temperatures below 10°C.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Dilute to half strength.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound, pinnate
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classCycadopsida
- orderCycadales
- familyZamiaceae
- genusZamia
- speciesZamia furfuracea
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Edible
No