This exotic cycad is known as the only variegated cycad in the world. It is native to various countries in Central America where it is found on the rainforest floor. It is not particularly a dwarf species as it can develop trunk height and have leaves up to three feet long or more. In habitat, a healthy plant could be over six feet tall. Leaflets are about four to six inches long with serrated edges. But, the hallmark is the variegation. It has yellow splotches or streaks on a dark green background. Leaflets come to a point. These traits are seen well in the second picture. Note that the degree of variegation is variable as shown. This is a filtered light species with a cold hardiness into the mid-twenties F.
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