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Encephalartos latifrons

Encephalartos latifrons

€6.500,00 EUR
€6.500,00 EUR
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Product Description

The Encephalartos latifrons is a rare, slow-growing cycad with a unique prehistoric appearance. Its robust trunk is crowned with a symmetrical rosette of broad, leathery fronds, each featuring stiff, pointed leaflets in a striking blue-green hue. Native to South Africa, this endangered species is highly sought after for its elegance and resilience. The Encephalartos latifrons produces large, conical seed cones, with female cones often showing a bright orange-red color. This majestic plant stands as a living relic, representing one of the oldest plant lineages on Earth.

FOR SHIPMENTS TO USA & ASIA all leaves will be cut

A phytosanitary certificate (for additional costs of €20,00) is necessary for export plants from Italy to ALL destinations out of EUROPEAN COMMUNITY. Among which: United Kingdom Turkey, South America, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan, Singapore, Philippines, South Korea, Thailand, etc. You can buy it in our eBay store. 1 single certificate can cover several plants purchase that are sent together in same shipment.

Botanical family: Zamiaceae

Botanical genus: Encephalartos

Botanical species: Encephalartos latifrons

BA-6723-S

Soil type: Well-draining, sandy or rocky soil.

Watering frequency: Low; prefers dry conditions.

Light exposure: Full sun to partial shade.

Temperature requirements: Prefers warm climates, tolerates light frost.

Fertilization: Use a slow-release fertilizer during the growing season.

Pruning: Remove old, yellowing leaves to maintain plant health.

Common pests: Scale insects, mealybugs.

Plant Height:

Plant Diameter: 13,5cm CAUDEX

Pot Size:

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Disclaimer: Please keep on mind that the plant may have grown or changed since pictured.

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