Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
skinneri
ID:
430503

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warsz.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Allg. Gartenzeitung 19: 146 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429835



Common Names

  • Zamia skinneri
  • Skinner's Zamia
  • Skinner's Coontie


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Synonyms

  • Zamia forgetiana hort. ex J.Schust. [unknown]

Description

Zamia skinneri (also called Skinner's 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 skinneri is used as an ornamental plant, for its yellow flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zamia skinneri are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zamia skinneri is a slow-growing, tropical cycad that is native to Costa Rica. It is a dioecious species, meaning that male and female reproductive organs are borne on separate plants. It is a relatively easy species to cultivate, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Propagation is best done by seed, though offsets can be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Zamia skinneri

Zamia skinneri can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Zamia skinneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zamia skinneri?

Zamia skinneri

What are the common names of Zamia skinneri?

Skinner's Cycad, Skinner's Zamia

What is the natural habitat of Zamia skinneri?

Zamia skinneri is native to Mexico

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,