Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Yue Wang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Cycads in China : 134 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631680
Common Names
- Tanqing Cycas
- Cycas tanqingii
- Tanqing Sago Palm
Description
Cycas tanqingii (also called Tanqing Cycad, among many other common names) is a species of cycad in the family Cycadaceae. It is native to China. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in limestone hills.
Uses & Benefits
Cycas tanqingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a houseplant. It is also used for its timber, which is strong and durable.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cycas tanqingii is white in color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a long stem with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cycas tanqingii can be propagated by seed or by division of the suckers. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The suckers can be divided in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Cycas tanqingii
Cycas tanqingii is native to the Sichuan province of China. It is found in limestone habitats, often in rocky areas.
Cycas tanqingii FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Cycas tanqingii?
Cycas tanqingii is native to China and is found in subtropical and tropical forests.
What type of soil does Cycas tanqingii prefer?
Cycas tanqingii prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5.
How much sunlight does Cycas tanqingii need?
Cycas tanqingii needs full sun to partial shade.
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
Ding Yue Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Yue Wang' in the authors string.