Zamia amplifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.Bull ex Mast.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1878
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 10: 810 (1878)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429879
Common Names
- Broadleaf Zamia
- Broadleaf Zamia Plant
- Broadleaf Zamia Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zamia amplifolia (also called Broad-leaved Cycad, among many other common names) is a species of cycad native to Central America. It is a small to medium-sized cycad with a short, subterranean trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves. It is found in tropical dry forest and tropical moist forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Zamia amplifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zamia amplifolia has small yellow-green flowers with six petals and six sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zamia amplifolia is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun or partial shade. It requires well-drained soil and can be propagated by cuttings or seed. It is best to take cuttings in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Zamia amplifolia
Zamia amplifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Zamia amplifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Zamia amplifolia?
Zamia amplifolia
What is the common name of Zamia amplifolia?
Amplifolia
What is the lifespan of Zamia amplifolia?
Perennial
Species in the Zamia genus
Zamia ulei, Zamia urep, Zamia variegata, Zamia verschaffeltii, Zamia vazquezii, Zamia stricta, Zamia soconuscensis, Zamia spartea, Zamia tuerckheimii, Zamia standleyi, Zamia wallisii, Zamia skinneri, Zamia boliviana, Zamia angustifolia, Zamia chigua, Zamia acuminata, Zamia amazonum, Zamia amplifolia, Zamia manicata, Zamia melanorrhachis, Zamia montana, Zamia monticola, Zamia muricata, Zamia neurophyllidia, Zamia lindenii, Zamia loddigesii, Zamia lucayana, Zamia obliqua, Zamia lindleyi, Zamia pygmaea, Zamia pumila, Zamia roezlii, Zamia purpurea, Zamia lecointei, Zamia poeppigiana, Zamia portoricensis, Zamia prasina, Zamia pseudoparasitica, Zamia pseudomonticola, Zamia furfuracea, Zamia encephalartoides, Zamia fairchildiana, Zamia fischeri, Zamia cremnophila, Zamia cunaria, Zamia elegantissima, Zamia disodon, Zamia dressleri, Zamia integrifolia, Zamia ipetiensis,
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,
References
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
William Bull (1828-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Bull' in the authors string.