Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Species:
secunda
ID:
452402

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Moore

Source:
wcs

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Roy. Soc. New S. Wales 17: 120 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451734

Common Names

  • Second Cycad
  • Second Zamia
  • Secunda Cycad

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Synonyms

  • Macrozamia tridentata secunda (C.Moore) J.Schust. [unknown]
  • Macrozamia spiralis secunda Benth. [unknown]

Description

Macrozamia secunda (also called 'Secondary Cycad', among many other common names) is a species of cycad native to Australia. It has a stout, woody stem and large, leathery leaves. It grows in dry, open habitats, usually in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Macrozamia secunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macrozamia secunda is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrozamia secunda is a slow-growing cycad that prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Macrozamia secunda

Macrozamia secunda can be found in Australia, particularly in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.

Macrozamia secunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrozamia secunda?

Macrozamia secunda

What is the common name of Macrozamia secunda?

Second Macrozamia

What is the natural habitat of Macrozamia secunda?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Macrozamia genus

Macrozamia douglasii, Macrozamia diplomera, Macrozamia polymorpha, Macrozamia plurinervia, Macrozamia platyrhachis, Macrozamia parcifolia, Macrozamia reducta, Macrozamia occidua, Macrozamia mountperriensis, Macrozamia moorei, Macrozamia montana, Macrozamia miquelii, Macrozamia macleayi, Macrozamia machinii, Macrozamia pauli-guilielmi, Macrozamia viridis, Macrozamia stenomera, Macrozamia spiralis, Macrozamia serpentina, Macrozamia secunda, Macrozamia longispina, Macrozamia crassifolia, Macrozamia cranei, Macrozamia conferta, Macrozamia concinna, Macrozamia dyeri, Macrozamia cardiacensis, Macrozamia elegans, Macrozamia communis, Macrozamia lomandroides, Macrozamia johnsonii, Macrozamia humilis, Macrozamia glaucophylla, Macrozamia lucida, Macrozamia fraseri, Macrozamia flexuosa, Macrozamia fearnsidei, Macrozamia fawcettii, Macrozamia heteromera, Macrozamia macdonnellii, Macrozamia riedlei,

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,