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Madagascar Sago

Cycas Thouarsii

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Overview

The Madagascar Sago, Cycas thouarsii, is a majestic cycad, prevalent in tropical landscapes. It can reach up to 20 ft in height, with a 10 ft spread. It boasts a thick trunk and arching, feather-like fronds up to 9 ft long. This slow-growing plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It's drought-tolerant once established but sensitive to frost. Ideal for dramatic focal points in gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 8–11Climate Subtropical
Madagascar Sago (Cycas Thouarsii) — The Madagascar Sago, Cycas thouarsii, is a majestic cycad, prevalent in tropical landscapes

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Mature height
4–8 Ft.
Mature width
4–8 Ft.

Classification

Family
Cycadaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Madagascar Sago (Cycas Thouarsii) — The Madagascar Sago, Cycas thouarsii, is a majestic cycad, prevalent in tropical landscapes; this slow-growing plant
Madagascar Sago (Cycas Thouarsii) — It boasts a thick trunk and arching, feather-like fronds up to 9 ft long; giving them a feather-like
Madagascar Sago (Cycas Thouarsii) — This slow-growing plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; it can reach up to 20 ft in height, with a

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