Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
panzhihuaensis
ID:
632295

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Zhou & S.Y.Yang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 19: 335 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631627

Common Names

  • Panzhihua Cycad
  • Panzhihua Sago Palm
  • Cycas Panzhihuaensis

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Description

Cycas panzhihuaensis (also called Panzhihua cycad, among many other common names) is a species of cycad native to China. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree growing to 2–3 m tall. It is found in limestone hills and karst areas in open woodland and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Cycas panzhihuaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cycas panzhihuaensis is a yellowish-greenish color. The seed is a small, hard, brown seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cycas panzhihuaensis is a palm-like plant that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in an area with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Cycas panzhihuaensis

Cycas panzhihuaensis is native to the Sichuan province of China. It is found in limestone habitats, often in rocky areas.

Cycas panzhihuaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cycas panzhihuaensis?

Cycas panzhihuaensis

What is the natural habitat of Cycas panzhihuaensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia

What is the average height of Cycas panzhihuaensis?

Up to 25 feet

Species in the Cycas genus

Cycas annaikalensis, Cycas indica, Cycas aenigma, Cycas lacrimans, Cycas nitida, Cycas saxatilis, Cycas vespertilio, Cycas aculeata, Cycas angulata, Cycas apoa, Cycas arenicola, Cycas armstrongii, Cycas arnhemica, Cycas badensis, Cycas balansae, Cycas basaltica, Cycas beddomei, Cycas bifida, Cycas bougainvilleana, Cycas brachycantha, Cycas brunnea, Cycas cairnsiana, Cycas calcicola, Cycas campestris, Cycas canalis, Cycas candida, Cycas chamaoensis, Cycas changjiangensis, Cycas chevalieri, Cycas circinalis, Cycas clivicola, Cycas collina, Cycas condaoensis, Cycas conferta, Cycas couttsiana, Cycas cupida, Cycas curranii, Cycas debaoensis, Cycas desolata, Cycas diannanensis, Cycas dolichophylla, Cycas edentata, Cycas elephantipes, Cycas elongata, Cycas falcata, Cycas ferruginea, Cycas fugax, Cycas furfuracea, Cycas glauca, Cycas guizhouensis,

Species in the Cycadaceae family

Cycas annaikalensis, Cycas indica, Cycas aenigma, Cycas lacrimans, Cycas nitida, Cycas saxatilis, Cycas vespertilio, Cycas aculeata, Cycas angulata, Cycas apoa, Cycas arenicola, Cycas armstrongii, Cycas arnhemica, Cycas badensis, Cycas balansae, Cycas basaltica, Cycas beddomei, Cycas bifida, Cycas bougainvilleana, Cycas brachycantha, Cycas brunnea, Cycas cairnsiana, Cycas calcicola, Cycas campestris, Cycas canalis, Cycas candida, Cycas chamaoensis, Cycas changjiangensis, Cycas chevalieri, Cycas circinalis, Cycas clivicola, Cycas collina, Cycas condaoensis, Cycas conferta, Cycas couttsiana, Cycas cupida, Cycas curranii, Cycas debaoensis, Cycas desolata, Cycas diannanensis, Cycas dolichophylla, Cycas edentata, Cycas elephantipes, Cycas elongata, Cycas falcata, Cycas ferruginea, Cycas fugax, Cycas furfuracea, Cycas glauca, Cycas guizhouensis,

References

Si Yuan Yang (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Yang' in the authors string.
Lin Zhou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Zhou' in the authors string.