Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thouarsii
ID:
632350

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 347 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631682

Common Names

  • Thouars' Cycas
  • Cycas thouarsii
  • Thouars' Sago Palm

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Synonyms

  • Cycas circinalis madagascariensis (Miq.) J.Schust. [unknown]
  • Cycas kirkii hort. ex J.Schust. [unknown]
  • Cycas wendlandii Hort.Sander. [unknown]

Description

Cycas thouarsii (also called Thouars' Cycad, among many other common names) is a species of cycad in the family Cycadaceae. It is native to Madagascar. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in limestone hills.

Uses & Benefits

Cycas thouarsii 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 thouarsii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cycas thouarsii 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 thouarsii

Cycas thouarsii is native to the Indian states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. It is found in dry deciduous forests, often in rocky habitats.

Cycas thouarsii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cycas thouarsii?

Cycas thouarsii is native to Madagascar and is found in tropical forests.

What type of soil does Cycas thouarsii prefer?

Cycas thouarsii prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5.

How much sunlight does Cycas thouarsii need?

Cycas thouarsii 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,