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Zamia Species, Cycad, Skinner's Zamia

Zamiaskinneri

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Genus

Zamia (ZAM-ee-uh)

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Species

skinneri (SKIN-ner-ee)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Partial to Full Shade

Foliage

Grown for foliage

Evergreen

Height

4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing

6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Seed is poisonous if ingested

All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Inconspicuous/none

Bloom Time

N/A

Other Details

Gardener's Notes:

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palmbob

Acton, CA (Zone 8b) | November 2003 | positive

This is an incredibly attractive cycad with huge, ribbed leaves. Unfortunately it can't grow well here in So Cal except in greenhouses. ...Read More

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