Taxonomy

Division:

Cycadophyta | - Cycads

Family:

Zamiaceae

Genus:

Zamia

Species:

Zamia portoricensis

USDA Symbol:

ZAPO

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to Puerto Rican forests, prefers shaded areas