Status:
valid
Authors:
S.L.Yang, W.Tang, K.D.Hill & P.Vatcharakorn
Source:
wcs
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 51: 44 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631637
Common Names
- Pranburi Cycad
- Pranburi Sago Palm
- Cycas Pranburiensis
Description
Cycas pranburiensis (also called Pranburi Cycad, among many other common names) is a species of cycad in the family Cycadaceae. It is native to Thailand and Cambodia. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in limestone hills.
Uses & Benefits
Cycas pranburiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a source of starch and fiber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cycas pranburiensis is a yellowish-greenish color. The seed is a small, hard, brown seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cycas pranburiensis is a palm-like plant that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in an area with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Cycas pranburiensis
Cycas pranburiensis is native to the Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. It is found in dry deciduous forests, often in rocky habitats.
Cycas pranburiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cycas pranburiensis?
Cycas pranburiensis
What are the common names of Cycas pranburiensis?
Pranburi cycad
What is the native range of Cycas pranburiensis?
Thailand
Species in the Cycas genus
Cycas annaikalensis,
Cycas indica,
Cycas aenigma,
Cycas lacrimans,
Cycas nitida,
Cycas saxatilis,
Cycas vespertilio,
Cycas aculeata,
Cycas angulata,
Cycas apoa,
Cycas arenicola,
Cycas armstrongii,
Cycas arnhemica,
Cycas badensis,
Cycas balansae,
Cycas basaltica,
Cycas beddomei,
Cycas bifida,
Cycas bougainvilleana,
Cycas brachycantha,
Cycas brunnea,
Cycas cairnsiana,
Cycas calcicola,
Cycas campestris,
Cycas canalis,
Cycas candida,
Cycas chamaoensis,
Cycas changjiangensis,
Cycas chevalieri,
Cycas circinalis,
Cycas clivicola,
Cycas collina,
Cycas condaoensis,
Cycas conferta,
Cycas couttsiana,
Cycas cupida,
Cycas curranii,
Cycas debaoensis,
Cycas desolata,
Cycas diannanensis,
Cycas dolichophylla,
Cycas edentata,
Cycas elephantipes,
Cycas elongata,
Cycas falcata,
Cycas ferruginea,
Cycas fugax,
Cycas furfuracea,
Cycas glauca,
Cycas guizhouensis,
Species in the Cycadaceae family
Cycas annaikalensis,
Cycas indica,
Cycas aenigma,
Cycas lacrimans,
Cycas nitida,
Cycas saxatilis,
Cycas vespertilio,
Cycas aculeata,
Cycas angulata,
Cycas apoa,
Cycas arenicola,
Cycas armstrongii,
Cycas arnhemica,
Cycas badensis,
Cycas balansae,
Cycas basaltica,
Cycas beddomei,
Cycas bifida,
Cycas bougainvilleana,
Cycas brachycantha,
Cycas brunnea,
Cycas cairnsiana,
Cycas calcicola,
Cycas campestris,
Cycas canalis,
Cycas candida,
Cycas chamaoensis,
Cycas changjiangensis,
Cycas chevalieri,
Cycas circinalis,
Cycas clivicola,
Cycas collina,
Cycas condaoensis,
Cycas conferta,
Cycas couttsiana,
Cycas cupida,
Cycas curranii,
Cycas debaoensis,
Cycas desolata,
Cycas diannanensis,
Cycas dolichophylla,
Cycas edentata,
Cycas elephantipes,
Cycas elongata,
Cycas falcata,
Cycas ferruginea,
Cycas fugax,
Cycas furfuracea,
Cycas glauca,
Cycas guizhouensis,
References
Si Lin Yang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.L.Yang' in the authors string.
W. Tang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Tang' in the authors string.