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Cycas circinalis


Queen Sago, Sago Palm, Common Pitogo, False Sago Palm




Origin:  Southeast Asia and southern India.
Family
Cycadaceae
Genus
Cycas
Species
circinalis
Category
Tropicals
Type
Shrub (evergreen)
USDA Hardiness Zone
8b-11
Canadian Hardiness Zone
Requires cool season protection under glass.
RHS Hardiness Zone
H1-H4
Temperature (°C)
-12.2-10
Temperature (°F)
10-50
Height
3-5 m
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
Cultivation
Needs loamy, sandy soil with good drainage. Grows well in dry areas with high sun exposure, but will tolerate light shade. This plant has a high salt tolerance so can be planted in coastal areas and at sea level.
Growth
Slow
ID Characteristic
Palm-like leaves
Habitat
Dry, tropical areas such as dry woodland, forested and rocky areas.
Bark/Stem Description
Palm-like trunk with thick, corky bark.
Leaf Description
Leaves grow in a crown-like fashion. Bright green, glossy, 150-250 cm long.
Notable Specimens
Bok Tower Gardens, Lake Wales, Florida, United States of America.
Propagation
Propagated from a seed. Best kept in containers, soaked for 24-hours in warm water before sowing.
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