Encephalartos natalensis
NATAL GIANT CYCAD
Zamiaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen cycad

Hardiness zones: 9-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

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

Tolerances: light frost
6m
Plant habit
 
2m

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

 
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Encephalartos natalensis
NATAL GIANT CYCAD
Zamiaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen cycad

Hardiness zones: 9-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun to dappled light

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

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

Tolerances: light frost
6m
Plant habit
 
2m

FEATURES

Flowers: n/a

Leaves: glossy; dark green

Ornamental Fruit: brown cone

Bark & Stems: spiny leaves


DESIGN

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

Uses: large planter, accents

Growth rate: fast

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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