A medium to large palm-like cycad with a short but stout woody trunk topped with long fronds arranged in a gracefully rounded crown arching out from the central trunk. Individual specimens take 10-20 years to mature and may live for up to 120 years.
Care Guide
Origin: Japan.
Botanical name: Cycadaceae
Family: Zamiaceae.
Suitable: Indoor/Outdoor.
Max height: 2m.
Toxins removed: N/A.
Pet Friendly: Toxic. All parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested
Water: Moderate. Let soil dry before watering.
Light: Full Sun / Partial Shade. Prefers full sun, but will tolerate part shade
Temperature: 18° - 27°C. Ideal warm temperatures.
Humidity: Medium / High. 40 - 70%.
Soil: Good drainage potting mix. 5.5 - 6.0 ph.
Fertilizer: Once in spring & summer.