Cycas megacarpa
CYCAD
Cycadaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen cycad

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to neutral

Tolerances: light frost
5m
Plant habit
 
1.5m

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Pruning: Remove spent leaves at their base as they form.

 
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Cycas megacarpa
CYCAD
Cycadaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen cycad

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to neutral

Tolerances: light frost
5m
Plant habit
 
1.5m

FEATURES

Flowers: n/a

Leaves: glossy; dark green or blue-green

Ornamental Fruit: orange


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean, oriental, formal, contemporary, coastal & bush designs

Uses: large planter, accents

Growth rate: slow

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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