Species cardboard palm

cardboard palm

Zamia furfuracea

Cardboard Palm (Zamia furfuracea) is a low-maintenance tropical plant that is native to Mexico and Central America. Its attractive, fan-shaped fronds are made of tightly packed, flattened leaflets giving the plant its common name - Cardboard Palm. The leaflets are gray-green or silver-green in color. The cardboard palm grows slowly and can be kept as a houseplant or planted outdoors in a moderately sunny and warm location. It needs well-drained soil and can be thought of as a drought-tolerant plant that can survive long periods without water. It is low-maintenance and requires no special care. It is an interesting and attractive potted plant that adds a unique texture to any room.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Air Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

9 - 11

Flowers:

Non-flowering Flowers

Sun:

full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Indoors:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

The Cardboard Palm is a drought tolerant, low care plant species. To ensure the longevity of the plant, it is important to provide it with adequate amounts of water. During the summer months, the Cardboard Palm should be watered regularly and deeply, 2 to 3 times a week at most. During the winter months, allow the soil to dry out almost completely before watering. Do not allow it to sit in overly wet soil for long periods of time, as this may damage the plant. Monitor the soil moisture frequently and water when the top inch of soil is dry.

sunlight

The Cardboard Palm (Zamia furfuracea) is a tropical plant that enjoys warm temperatures and plenty of sunlight. It should be exposed to direct sunlight for 4-6 hours a day, ideally in the morning or early afternoon. It is also important to supply Cardboard Palm with humidity around its base to ensure that its leaves don’t dry out and brown. To maximize the health and growth of the Cardboard Palm, it’s best to provide it with bright, direct sunlight every day during its growing season, usually spring and summer. During the winter months, it’s better to place it in a bright indoor area, without direct sunlight.

pruning

Cardboard palm (Zamia furfuracea) is a slow-growing evergreen perennial that typically needs minimal pruning. It typically has multiple trunks and a dense, upright canopy. The leaves may be trimmed or cut off as desired for aesthetic purposes but it is not necessary for the overall health of the plant. You should generally avoid pruning actively growing foliage and only prune in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Pruning should only be done to shape the plant, remove dead or damaged foliage, or to keep the plant within desired size. Use pruning shears or a knife to make clean cuts and avoid leaving jagged edges. When pruning, avoid cutting the center of the plants' crown. This should be left untouched to ensure that the plant remains healthy.

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Starts Flowering

Zamia furfuracea typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.

Starts Flowering

Zamia furfuracea typically starts flowering in late spring or early summer, usually between May and July.

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