Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Species:
riedlei
ID:
454465

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fisch. ex Gaudich.) C.A.Gardner

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Austr. Occ. : 3 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453797



Common Names

  • Macrozamia riedlei
  • Riedle's Macrozamia
  • Riedle Macrozamia


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Synonyms

  • Macrozamia oldfieldii (Miq.) A.DC. [unknown]
  • Cycas riedlei Fisch. ex Gaudich. [illegitimate]

Description

Macrozamia riedlei (also called Macrozamia riedlei, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its small, yellow-green flowers and narrow, pointed leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Macrozamia riedlei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macrozamia riedlei are small, yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrozamia riedlei is a cycad native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil and should be kept in partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.

Where to Find Macrozamia riedlei

Macrozamia riedlei can be found in the tropical regions of Australia.

Macrozamia riedlei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrozamia riedlei?

Macrozamia riedlei

What type of plant is Macrozamia riedlei?

Cycad

What is the growth habit of Macrozamia riedlei?

Tree-like

Species in the Macrozamia genus

Macrozamia douglasii, Macrozamia diplomera, Macrozamia polymorpha, Macrozamia plurinervia, Macrozamia platyrhachis, Macrozamia parcifolia, Macrozamia reducta, Macrozamia occidua, Macrozamia mountperriensis, Macrozamia moorei, Macrozamia montana, Macrozamia miquelii, Macrozamia macleayi, Macrozamia machinii, Macrozamia pauli-guilielmi, Macrozamia viridis, Macrozamia stenomera, Macrozamia spiralis, Macrozamia serpentina, Macrozamia secunda, Macrozamia longispina, Macrozamia crassifolia, Macrozamia cranei, Macrozamia conferta, Macrozamia concinna, Macrozamia dyeri, Macrozamia cardiacensis, Macrozamia elegans, Macrozamia communis, Macrozamia lomandroides, Macrozamia johnsonii, Macrozamia humilis, Macrozamia glaucophylla, Macrozamia lucida, Macrozamia fraseri, Macrozamia flexuosa, Macrozamia fearnsidei, Macrozamia fawcettii, Macrozamia heteromera, Macrozamia macdonnellii, Macrozamia riedlei,

Species in the Zamiaceae family

Bowenia serrulata, Bowenia spectabilis, Ceratozamia vovidesii, Ceratozamia chimalapensis, Ceratozamia decumbens, Ceratozamia alvarezii, Ceratozamia becerrae, Ceratozamia brevifrons, Ceratozamia euryphyllidia, Ceratozamia hildae, Ceratozamia huastecorum, Ceratozamia kuesteriana, Ceratozamia latifolia, Ceratozamia matudae, Ceratozamia mexicana, Ceratozamia miqueliana, Ceratozamia mirandae, Ceratozamia mixeorum, Ceratozamia morettii, Ceratozamia norstogii, Ceratozamia robusta, Ceratozamia sabatoi, Ceratozamia whitelockiana, Ceratozamia zaragozae, Ceratozamia zoquorum, Ceratozamia hondurensis, Ceratozamia santillanii, Ceratozamia delucana, Ceratozamia subroseophylla, Ceratozamia fuscoviridis, Ceratozamia tenuis, Ceratozamia totonacorum, Ceratozamia chamberlainii, Ceratozamia aurantiaca, Ceratozamia leptoceras, Ceratozamia oliversacksii, Ceratozamia sancheziae, Ceratozamia schiblii, Ceratozamia osbornei, Ceratozamia reesii, Dioon angustifolium, Dioon argenteum, Dioon califanoi, Dioon caputoi, Dioon edule, Dioon holmgrenii, Dioon mejiae, Dioon merolae, Dioon purpusii, Dioon rzedowskii,

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