Cardboard Palm
Common Name: Cardboard Palm
Species Name: Zamia furfuracea
Family Name: Zamiaceae
Examples of Cardboard Palm Zamia furfuracea
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Mexico |
| Sun Preference | High Light |
| Minimum Temperature | Intermediate |
| Problems | Leaf spot, scale and mealy bug |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 4 feet
- Plant Width: 4 feet
- Leaves: Pinnate leaves with up to 24 leaflets covered with red-brown hair and stiff
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Floral Characteristics
- Flower: Male and female cones are covered with felt-like dense pubescents
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 9 |
| Notes | Interesting plant for its architecture and stiff leaves |