Plants in genus cycas
Cycas revoluta
Cycas revoluta, commonly known as the Sago Palm, is a slow-growing gymnosperm native to southern Japan. It features a thick, shaggy trunk and a crown of shiny, dark green leaves. This plant is drought-tolerant and thrives in sandy, well-drained soil, making it a popular choice for cultivation in warm climates.
Cycas panzhihuaensis
Cycas panzhihuaensis is a rare and vulnerable cycad species native to the Sichuan and Yunnan provinces of China. Known for its unbranched trunk and smaller seeds, this plant is one of the most cold-hardy cycads, withstanding temperatures as low as 12 degrees Fahrenheit. It grows in dry, scrubby, wooded slopes and can develop a 6-foot tall trunk with a ring of stiff fronds. Its resilience and unique appearance make it a fascinating choice for collectors and gardeners interested in hardy cycads.
Cycas taitungensis
Cycas taitungensis, native to Taiwan, resembles Cycas revoluta and forms a large rosette of 5-foot long dark green fronds. The trunk can reach up to 10 feet tall, and the foliage resprouts after cold damage.