Botanical name | Encephalartos natalensis |
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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. |
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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.
It has exceptionally long leaves, with leaflets 150–250mm long. Leaves are toothed, and more prominent on young plants.