Status:
valid
Authors:
Vovides, Pérez-Farr. & Iglesias
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 137(1): 81. 2001
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596612
Common Names
- Miranda's Cycad
- Ceratozamia mirandae
- Miranda's Zamiaceae
Description
Ceratozamia mirandae (also called Mexican Cycad, among many other common names) is a slow-growing, evergreen cycad native to Mexico. It has a single trunk and long, glossy, green leaves. The plant grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ceratozamia mirandae is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ceratozamia mirandae has a large, yellow-green flower with a white center. Its seeds are round and black, and its seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ceratozamia mirandae is a slow-growing plant and can take several years to reach maturity. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be kept in a warm, humid environment. Propagation is done through seeds, which should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Ceratozamia mirandae
Ceratozamia mirandae can be found in Mexico.
Ceratozamia mirandae FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Ceratozamia mirandae?
Ceratozamia mirandae is native to Mexico and Central America.
What type of soil does Ceratozamia mirandae prefer?
Ceratozamia mirandae prefers a well-draining, acidic soil.
How much light does Ceratozamia mirandae need?
Ceratozamia mirandae needs bright, indirect light.
Species in the Ceratozamia genus
Ceratozamia vovidesii,
Ceratozamia chimalapensis,
Ceratozamia decumbens,
Ceratozamia alvarezii,
Ceratozamia becerrae,
Ceratozamia brevifrons,
Ceratozamia euryphyllidia,
Ceratozamia hildae,
Ceratozamia huastecorum,
Ceratozamia kuesteriana,
Ceratozamia latifolia,
Ceratozamia matudae,
Ceratozamia mexicana,
Ceratozamia miqueliana,
Ceratozamia mirandae,
Ceratozamia mixeorum,
Ceratozamia morettii,
Ceratozamia norstogii,
Ceratozamia robusta,
Ceratozamia sabatoi,
Ceratozamia whitelockiana,
Ceratozamia zaragozae,
Ceratozamia zoquorum,
Ceratozamia hondurensis,
Ceratozamia santillanii,
Ceratozamia delucana,
Ceratozamia subroseophylla,
Ceratozamia fuscoviridis,
Ceratozamia tenuis,
Ceratozamia totonacorum,
Ceratozamia chamberlainii,
Ceratozamia aurantiaca,
Ceratozamia leptoceras,
Ceratozamia oliversacksii,
Ceratozamia sancheziae,
Ceratozamia schiblii,
Ceratozamia osbornei,
Ceratozamia reesii,
Species in the Zamiaceae family
Bowenia serrulata,
Bowenia spectabilis,
Ceratozamia vovidesii,
Ceratozamia chimalapensis,
Ceratozamia decumbens,
Ceratozamia alvarezii,
Ceratozamia becerrae,
Ceratozamia brevifrons,
Ceratozamia euryphyllidia,
Ceratozamia hildae,
Ceratozamia huastecorum,
Ceratozamia kuesteriana,
Ceratozamia latifolia,
Ceratozamia matudae,
Ceratozamia mexicana,
Ceratozamia miqueliana,
Ceratozamia mirandae,
Ceratozamia mixeorum,
Ceratozamia morettii,
Ceratozamia norstogii,
Ceratozamia robusta,
Ceratozamia sabatoi,
Ceratozamia whitelockiana,
Ceratozamia zaragozae,
Ceratozamia zoquorum,
Ceratozamia hondurensis,
Ceratozamia santillanii,
Ceratozamia delucana,
Ceratozamia subroseophylla,
Ceratozamia fuscoviridis,
Ceratozamia tenuis,
Ceratozamia totonacorum,
Ceratozamia chamberlainii,
Ceratozamia aurantiaca,
Ceratozamia leptoceras,
Ceratozamia oliversacksii,
Ceratozamia sancheziae,
Ceratozamia schiblii,
Ceratozamia osbornei,
Ceratozamia reesii,
Dioon angustifolium,
Dioon argenteum,
Dioon califanoi,
Dioon caputoi,
Dioon edule,
Dioon holmgrenii,
Dioon mejiae,
Dioon merolae,
Dioon purpusii,
Dioon rzedowskii,
References
Carlos G. Iglesias: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iglesias' in the authors string.