Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Species:
kisambo
ID:
668067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Faden & Beentje

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Utafiti 2: 7 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667399

Common Names

  • Kisambo Encephalartos
  • Kisambo Cycad
  • Kisambo Palm

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Description

Encephalartos kisambo (also called Kisambo Encephalartos, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in the tropical regions of Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Encephalartos kisambo is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge or border plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encephalartos kisambo is yellow and fragrant. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encephalartos kisambo is a slow-growing cycad that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Encephalartos kisambo

Encephalartos kisambo is native to the Democratic Republic of Congo. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in rare plants.

Encephalartos kisambo FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Encephalartos kisambo?

Encephalartos kisambo is native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

What is the average height of Encephalartos kisambo?

Encephalartos kisambo typically grows to a height of about 5-7 meters.

What is the average lifespan of Encephalartos kisambo?

Encephalartos kisambo typically lives for about 100 years.

Species in the Encephalartos genus

Encephalartos aemulans, Encephalartos altensteinii, Encephalartos aplanatus, Encephalartos arenarius, Encephalartos barteri, Encephalartos brevifoliolatus, Encephalartos bubalinus, Encephalartos caffer, Encephalartos cerinus, Encephalartos chimanimaniensis, Encephalartos concinnus, Encephalartos cupidus, Encephalartos cycadifolius, Encephalartos delucanus, Encephalartos dolomiticus, Encephalartos dyerianus, Encephalartos equatorialis, Encephalartos eugene-maraisii, Encephalartos ferox, Encephalartos friderici-guilielmi, Encephalartos ghellinckii, Encephalartos gratus, Encephalartos heenanii, Encephalartos hildebrandtii, Encephalartos hirsutus, Encephalartos horridus, Encephalartos humilis, Encephalartos inopinus, Encephalartos ituriensis, Encephalartos kisambo, Encephalartos laevifolius, Encephalartos lanatus, Encephalartos latifrons, Encephalartos laurentianus, Encephalartos lebomboensis, Encephalartos lehmannii, Encephalartos longifolius, Encephalartos mackenziei, Encephalartos macrostrobilus, Encephalartos manikensis, Encephalartos marunguensis, Encephalartos middelburgensis, Encephalartos msinganus, Encephalartos munchii, Encephalartos natalensis, Encephalartos ngoyanus, Encephalartos nubimontanus, Encephalartos paucidentatus, Encephalartos poggei, Encephalartos princeps,

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

Henk Jaap Beentje (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beentje' in the authors string.
Robert Bruce Faden (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Faden' in the authors string.