Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zeylanica
ID:
632366

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Schust.) A.Lindstr. & K.D.Hill

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Novon 12: 238 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000631698

Common Names

  • Ceylon Cycas
  • Cycas zeylanica
  • Ceylon Sago Palm

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Description

Cycas zeylanica (also called Ceylon Cycad, among many other common names) is an evergreen, woody shrub native to Sri Lanka. 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 zeylanica 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 zeylanica 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 zeylanica 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 zeylanica

Cycas zeylanica is native to the tropical regions of Sri Lanka.

Cycas zeylanica FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cycas zeylanica?

Cycas zeylanica is native to Sri Lanka and is found in subtropical and tropical forests.

What type of soil does Cycas zeylanica prefer?

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

How much sunlight does Cycas zeylanica need?

Cycas zeylanica 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

Ken Hill (1948-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.D.Hill' in the authors string.
Julius Schuster (1886-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Schust.' in the authors string.
Anders J. Lindstrom: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Lindstr.' in the authors string.