Encephalartos natalensis (Natal Cycad)

Encephalartos natalensis, Natal Cycad, Natal Giant Cycad

Botanical name: Encephalartos natalensis

Common names: Natal Cycad, Natal Giant Cycad

Family: Zamiaceae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunDry conditionsModerate waterThorny or spinyPalm or palm-like plant

Encephalartos natalensis is relatively quick-growing palm-like cycad with an erect stem.

Leaflets are wide, deep, dark green and only have a spine or two at the tip. Some forms almost spineless.


Similar plants: Encephalartos natalensis (Natal Cycad)


Encephalartos natalensis, Natal Cycad, Natal Giant Cycad


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