Maputaland Cycad
Encephalartos ferox
Also known as
Zululand Cycad, Cycad
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Partial Shade
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Tender
H5-H1c
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
2m | Max | 2m |
1m | Min | 1m |
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Maputaland Cycad Overview
The Zululand cycad is endemic to the sub-tropical East coast of Southern Africa. Leaves are dark-green and 1 - 2 m in length. Cones are bright salmon-pink to orange-red and scarlet. Female plants sometimes produce golden-yellow cones. Female cones are egg-shaped, 25 - 50 cm in length and produce red to pink or orange seeds.
Common problems with Maputaland Cycad
Generally problem free. Monitor for Scale Insects.
How to harvest Maputaland Cycad
Harvest seed when mature and sow immediately.
How to propagate Maputaland Cycad
Seed
Sow mature seed immediately in sandy soil that drains well.
Suckers
Allow suckers to grow attached to the motherplant for about two years until they have enough reserves to survive on their own. Remove with a clean cut and use flowers-of-sulphar to help the wounds to heal.
Special features of Maputaland Cycad
Pot plant
Drought resistant
Indoor plant
Attractive leaves
Attracts birds
Other uses of Maputaland Cycad
Ornamental
Edible
The Afrikaans name 'Broodboom' came from the traditional use of the pith as bread - note that Cycads is toxic and it needs a 3month fermentation process to break down those toxins!