A slow-growing tree-like cycad crowned with stiff, deep-green feathery fronds, prized as a long-lived floor or tabletop specimen.
Light ExposureinfoIndoor light recommendation based on the plant's native habitat. "Bright indirect" means near a window but shielded from direct rays.
Bright Indirect — Close to a window but out of direct rays.
Watering HabitinfoHow forgiving this plant is when you miss a watering or accidentally overwater. High tolerance means more room for error.
Moderate — Consistent moisture preferred.
Maintenance DifficultyinfoOverall ease of care rating. Beginner-friendly plants communicate their needs clearly through visible signs.
High — Great for beginners. Communicates needs clearly.
Spatial RequirementinfoExpected mature size in a typical indoor environment. Actual size depends on light, pot size, and growing conditions.
Large — Fits a range of indoor spaces.
Seasonal BehaviourinfoHow this plant's growth changes with the seasons. Use this to adjust your care routine throughout the year.
Slows in Winter — Growth dips during shorter days. Ease off watering and skip fertilizer until spring.
Temperature NeedsinfoThis range represents the plant's survival tolerance. Optimal growing temperatures are typically 5-10°C higher than the minimum.
15°C – 24°C — Standard Indoor — Typical room temperature works well. No extra attention needed.
Leaf Size
infoBetween 5 and 20 cm — the most common range for houseplants. Think peace lily or Chinese evergreen.Medium
Leaf Surface
infoPolished, mirror-like shine. Light catches the surface clearly, creating vivid reflections.Glossy
Leaf Texture
infoThick and firm like a belt. Tough to tear, holds its shape well, and tolerates rough conditions.Leathery
Leaf Shape
infoExtremely narrow, thread-like — barely 1–3 mm wide. Grass-like in appearance.Linear
Leaf Type
infoLeaflets are arranged in pairs along a central stalk, like feathers on a quill.Pinnately Compound
Visual Form
infoA clear trunk below with a leafy crown on top — a classic miniature tree silhouette.Tree Like
Foliage Density
infoPartially filled — some gaps but overall good coverage. A natural, balanced look.Moderate
Size Gauge
Height
Large / Focal (1.5m)
Spread
Wide (1.5m)
Display Position
Floor, Tabletop
Perfect for
Sunroom
Color Palette
Water when top inch of soil is dry
Right next to a window, but shielded from direct rays. Look for a spot where you can see the sky but the sun never touches the leaves directly.
Mix regular potting soil with about 30% perlite or orchid bark. This keeps water flowing through instead of pooling at the roots.
Comfortable in normal room temperatures, 15–24°C. Nothing special needed. No humidity concerns — normal indoor air is perfectly fine.
This is a slow grower — it won't outgrow its spot anytime soon, so enjoy it as-is and mostly takes care of itself. Just remove the occasional yellow leaf.
What Makes It Special
A living fossil: a member of the ancient cycad family (Cycadaceae), a plant lineage dating back about 200 million years that predates the dinosaurs; cycads so dominated the Jurassic landscape that it is dubbed the 'Age of Cycads'.
Botanical Archive
Cycadaceae · Cycas
Cycas revoluta Thunb.
China, Japan, Taiwan
Storage and Survival Organ
Caudex
How this plant survives unfavorable seasons
Seasonal Growth Cycle
Year Round Mild Winter Slow
When to expect new growth and feed actively
Clonal Spread
Basal Offsets
How this plant naturally expands in a pot
Root Sensitivity
High
How carefully you should handle roots during repotting
Phase Change
Size Or Age Triggered
How the plant's appearance may change as it matures
Attachment Strategy
Terrestrial
How this plant anchors itself in its native environment
Root System
Taproot
The structure and behavior of the root system
Light Ecology
Full Exposure
The light environment this plant evolved to thrive in
Growth Habit
Woody Persistent
How persistent and structural the plant tissue is