Cycas revoluta
Cycas revoluta, also known as the Sago Palm, is a species of gymnosperm in the family Cycadaceae, native to southern Japan. Despite its common name, it is not a true palm.
Description[edit | edit source]
Cycas revoluta is an evergreen perennial plant that can grow up to 10 meters tall. The leaves are a deep semigloss green and about 50–150 cm long when mature. It is a dioecious species, with male and female reproductive organs occurring on separate plants.
Distribution and habitat[edit | edit source]
Cycas revoluta is native to the Ryukyu Islands and other parts of southern Japan. It grows in habitats that include scrub and dry forests.
Cultivation[edit | edit source]
Cycas revoluta is one of the most widely cultivated cycads, grown outdoors in warm temperate and subtropical regions, or under glass in colder areas. It grows best in sandy, well-drained soil, and prefers full sun to light shade.
Uses[edit | edit source]
The pith contains edible starch, and is used for making sago. In addition to its use as a food source, Cycas revoluta is also popular as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Toxicity[edit | edit source]
All parts of the plant are toxic to animals if ingested, due to the presence of cycasin, a toxin that can cause vomiting, liver failure, and death.
Conservation[edit | edit source]
Cycas revoluta is listed as a species of least concern on the IUCN Red List due to its wide distribution and large population.
See also[edit | edit source]
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