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Zamia furfuracea L.f.ex
Aiton
Synonym
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Palma pumila
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Family
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Zamiaceae
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Local name
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English- Cardboard palm
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Distribution
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Native of Mexico
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Habitat
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This species grows in areas varying
from generally arid thorn scrub to sandy soils and in limestone sea cliffs.
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IUCN
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Endangered
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Endemic/Exotic
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Exotic
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Uses
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A great houseplant tough enough to
survive occasional neglect and harsh indoor environments. It makes a great
dramatic accent or specimen plant. Also it makes a great container plant for
the patio or deck.
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Key botanical characters: It has long folds which arch from a central
crown. The fronds carry tightly packed leaflets which give the plant a
fern-like appearance. The thick leathery leaves are pinnate and have 13 cm (5
inch) long by 3cm (1 inch) wide oval leaflets.
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