Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rzedowskii
ID:
648794

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Luca, A.Moretti, Sabato & Vázq.Torres

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 32: 225 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648126

Common Names

  • Dioon rzedowskii
  • Rzedowskii Dioon
  • Rzedowskii

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Description

Dioon rzedowskii (also called Mexican Cycad, among many other common names) is a species of cycad native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1.5 m (5 ft) tall. It has a stout trunk and a crown of pinnate leaves up to 1 m (3 ft 3 in) long. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dioon rzedowskii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dioon rzedowskii has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers that bloom in spring. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dioon rzedowskii is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires little to no pruning. It can be propagated from seeds or by division. Seeds should be sown in moist soil or a rooting medium in the spring or early summer. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Dioon rzedowskii

Dioon rzedowskii can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Dioon rzedowskii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dioon rzedowskii?

Dioon rzedowskii

What is the common name of Dioon rzedowskii?

Rzedowski's Dioon

How big does Dioon rzedowskii grow?

It grows up to 1.5 m tall

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

Sergio Sabato (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sabato' in the authors string.
Paolo De Luca (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Luca' in the authors string.
Mario Vázquez Torres: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vázq.Torres' in the authors string.
Aldo Moretti (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Moretti' in the authors string.