Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xipholepis
ID:
632362

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.D.Hill

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Telopea 7: 32 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631694

Common Names

  • Xipholepis Cycas
  • Cycas xipholepis
  • Xipholepis Sago Palm

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Description

Cycas xipholepis (also called Chinese Cycad, among many other common names) is an evergreen, woody shrub native to China and Taiwan. It has a single trunk with a rosette of long, leathery, glossy green leaves. It is typically found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cycas xipholepis 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 xipholepis 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 xipholepis 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 xipholepis

Cycas xipholepis is native to the tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Cycas xipholepis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cycas xipholepis?

Cycas xipholepis is native to China and is found in subtropical and tropical forests.

What type of soil does Cycas xipholepis prefer?

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

How much sunlight does Cycas xipholepis need?

Cycas xipholepis 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,