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Zamia furfuracea

Family Zamiaceae
Plant Type palm
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The showy matte foliage is medium green and greyish green in colour, coarse in texture and evergreen. Zamia furfuracea (cardboard palm) produces showy fruit. A specimen plant, Zamia furfuracea (cardboard palm) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, ground cover, foundation, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics Zamia furfuracea is tolerant of drought and salt.