| Botanical name | Encephalartos natalensis |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  Frost Sensitive Frost Sensitive – Will Get Damaged and Possibly Killed During Periods of Frost.  High Watering High Watering – Requires Frequent Watering.  Low Maintenance Low Maintenance – Requires little maintenance.  Indigenous Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Common name(s) | Natal giant cycad |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | It has exceptionally long leaves, with leaflets 150–250mm long. Leaves are toothed, and more prominent on young plants. |
| Uses in landscape design | Encephalartos natalensis is a perfect plant for containers. |
| Soil conditions | Needs a rich, moist, well-drained soil. |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Cone bearing | Bears up to five golden-yellow cones. |
Encephalartos natalensis (Natal giant cycad)
- Botanical name: Encephalartos natalensis
- Common name(s): Natal giant cycad
- Categories: Cycads
Plant description:
It has exceptionally long leaves, with leaflets 150–250mm long. Leaves are toothed, and more prominent on young plants. Bears up to five golden-yellow cones. Needs a rich, moist, well-drained soil. Relatively fast growing.
Family: Zamiaceae
Botanical Pronunciation: en-sef-uh-LAR-tos nuh-tal-EN-sis
Encephalartos natalensis requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
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It has exceptionally long leaves, with leaflets 150–250mm long. Leaves are toothed, and more prominent on young plants.
