Coontie
from $22.00
Zamia integrifolia
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Evergreen, 4 ft, dry to average (well-drained) soils, sun to shade
Florida’s only native cycad
Excellent for planting under trees
Salt-tolerant, drought tolerant
Large seeds on female cones are toxic to humans and pets if eaten, but can be easily removed from the plant when it forms once a year
Coontie is perfect for a dry sunny or shady spot in the garden. It is extremely hardy and drought tolerant and is successful in harsh conditions like highway medians. It generally stays under three feet tall and 3 feet wide and has a tropical Florida feel. Coontie is an ancient plant and is Florida’s only living cycad. It is the important host plant for the Atala butterfly.
