Wood's Cycad
Encephalartos woodii
- Native to:
- South Africa
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Cycadophyta | - Cycads
- Family:
- Zamiaceae
- Genus:
- Encephalartos
- Species:
- Encephalartos woodii
- USDA Symbol:
- ENWO
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to coastal forest regions; prefers open, sunny locations