Pineapple zamia

Pineapple zamia (Lepidozamia peroffskyana)

Pineapple zamia, also known as Scaly zamia

Lepidozamia peroffskyana belongs to the group of plants called cycads, one of the oldest plant groups known. This palm-looking cycad is one of the tallest, reaching up to 4 to 7 m and often used in landscaping. The seeds of Lepidozamia peroffskyana contain toxic compounds.

Key Facts About Pineapple zamia

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Attributes of Pineapple zamia

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
4 m to 7 m
Spread
3 m to 6 m
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Flower Size
10 cm to 12 cm
Flower Color
Yellow

Scientific Classification of Pineapple zamia

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Cycads
Order
Cycadales
Family
Sago-palm
Genus
Lepidozamia
Species
Pineapple zamia