Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Species:
middelburgensis
ID:
668094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vorster, Robbertse & S.van der Westh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 55: 122 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667426

Common Names

  • Encephalartos middelburgensis
  • Middelburgensis Encephalartos
  • Middelburgensis Encephalartos

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Description

Encephalartos middelburgensis (also called Middelburg cycad, among many other common names) is a species of cycad native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is a medium-sized cycad, with a trunk up to 2 m tall and a crown of up to 8 m in diameter. It is found in the tropical rainforest, in areas with high humidity and rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Encephalartos middelburgensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Encephalartos middelburgensis is yellow-green in color and is borne on a long, upright stem. The seed is a small, round, blackish-brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single, short, upright leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Encephalartos middelburgensis 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 middelburgensis

Encephalartos middelburgensis is native to South Africa. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in rare plants.

Encephalartos middelburgensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Encephalartos middelburgensis?

Encephalartos middelburgensis is native to South Africa.

What is the average height of Encephalartos middelburgensis?

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

What is the average lifespan of Encephalartos middelburgensis?

Encephalartos middelburgensis 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

Pieter Johannes Vorster (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vorster' in the authors string.
Petrus Johannes Robbertse (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robbertse' in the authors string.
Suzelle Van der Westhuizen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.van der Westh.' in the authors string.