Zamia tolimensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Calonje, H.E.Esquivel & D.W.Stev.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 63: 443 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329139
Common Names
- Zamia tolimensis
- Tolima Zamia
- Tolima Cycad
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Zamia tolimensis (also called Tolimense Zamia, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Colombia. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of 500-1000m. It has a small, upright stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Zamia tolimensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for timber, fuel, and fodder.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Zamia tolimensis is small, white and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are delicate and have white stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Zamia tolimensis is a perennial plant that is best grown in partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or seed.
Where to Find Zamia tolimensis
Zamia tolimensis is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.
Zamia tolimensis FAQ
What is the common name of Zamia tolimensis?
Tolimense Zamia
What type of soil does Zamia tolimensis prefer?
Well-drained, acidic soil
What type of climate does Zamia tolimensis prefer?
Humid, tropical climate
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
Dennis William Stevenson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.W.Stev.' in the authors string.
Michael Calonje: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Calonje' in the authors string.
Hector Eduardo Esquivel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Esquivel' in the authors string.