the genus
MACROZAMIA

From the Greek "macros", large, and "azaniae", cone, in reference to the large female "sporophylls" produced by some of the species.

Family: Zamiaceae
Subfamily: Encephalartoideae
Tribe: Encephalarteae
Subtribe: Macrozamiinae

The subtribe includes one other genus, Lepidozamia.

A varied genus of about twenty-five species of cycads widely distributed in Australia. The species range from feathery dwarf plants with subterranean stems to majestic trunk-forming trees resembling Date Palms. All the species are solitary and remain unbranched throughout life. Where the slender leaflets join the leaf stem (rachis) lies a pale colored callous area, which may be a decorative feature on the large, feathery leaves. A number of species regularly experience seasonal droughts and fires in habitat and several grow in areas subject to hard frosts and snow.

Culture: Macrozamia species accept sun, but are often more luxuriant when grown under shaded conditions. Established plants tolerate drought. Good drainage is essential.

Macrozamia communis
Common Name: New South Wales Macrozamia
Cold Tolerance: 15F (-9C) USDA Zones: 8b-11

Typical Height: 3.5'-6.5' Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Habit: Solitary

Status: In Stock
Available Range: 3-100gal.

Macrozamia johnsonii
Common Name: Johnson’s Macrozamia
Cold Tolerance: 18F (-8C) USDA Zones: 9-11

Typical Height: 3.5'-5' Growth Rate: Moderate
Habit: Solitary

Status: In Stock
Available Range: 15-45gal.

Macrozamia miquelii
Common Name: Zamia Bush
Cold Tolerance: 18F (-8C) USDA Zones: 9-11

Typical Height: 1'-3' Growth Rate: Slow
Habit: Solitary

Status: In Stock
Available Range: 3-100gal.

Macrozamia moorei
Common Name: Carnarvon Gorge Macrozamia
Cold Tolerance: 18F (-8C) USDA Zones: 9-11

Typical Height: 10'-13' Growth Rate: Moderate
Habit: Solitary

Status: In Stock
Available Range: 3-100gal. Blue and Green forms available

Other Species of Macrozamia:
M. fawcettii, M. riedlei, M. spiralis (in stock)

M. dyeri, M. fraseri, M. lomandroides, M. lucida (occasionally available)

M. stenomera (on request)

M. douglasii, M. elegans, M. glaucophylla , M. macdonnellii (looking for)