Zamia sp. (Coontie Palm) - Image 55

Botanical name: Zamia sp.

Common name: Coontie Palm

Family: Zamiaceae

Origin: America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Thorny or spinyThorns: Thorny or spiny
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Zamia sp. (Coontie Palm) green leaves, close up of the unfolding fuzzy new growth.
Zamia sp. (Coontie Palm) with soft, fuzzy green leaves unfurling in the sunlight.
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