cardboard palm

Overview

Cardboard Palm (Zamia furfuracea) is a low-maintenance tropical plant that is native to Mexico and Central America. Its attractive, fan-shaped fronds are made of tightly packed, flattened leaflets giving the plant its common name - Cardboard Palm. The leaflets are gray-green or silver-green in color. The cardboard palm grows slowly and can be kept as a houseplant or planted outdoors in a moderately sunny and warm location. It needs well-drained soil and can be thought of as a drought-tolerant plant that can survive long periods without water. It is low-maintenance and requires no special care. It is an interesting and attractive potted plant that adds a unique texture to any room.

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