ENCEPHALARTOS GIANT CUPIDUS SUPER BLUE AND UNBELIEABLY RARE SOUTH AFRICAN CYCAD

ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO FIND FOR SALE

This cycad is endemic to the Blyderivierspoort Nature Reserve in South Africa in the Tranvaal area. It is confined to two populations within this locale. This species has a range of habitats in which it grows. It can be found in open grasslands, along the borders of wet forests, in rocky slopes and rocky outcroppings and cliffs. This species can be found in climates ranging from hot/arid to semi-wet. Normally, this is a small species. Leaves of E. cupidus can reach a meter in length, but rarely do. Stems are small and are partially to completely subterranean. Ancient plants have less than a meter of trunk. The “giant” cupidus is a larger cycad than the regular cupidus. This species is known for their small populations and rarity. It is about as rare as it gets. Leasf color ranges from blue/green to powdery silver leaves. This is an armed species and is fairly sharp. In terms of culture, in coastal and inland areas this plant wants to be in full sun. In desert areas, partial sun is adequate. This species need soil that drains well. The plant shown is the only one we have. It’s in a citrus pot and has a caudex of 1.75 inches. We almost never can offer this very desirable species and presently only have this one plant.

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