Microcycas calocoma
Palma Corcho
Genus: Microcycas · Family: Zamiaceae
95· Extremely Rare
About
The only species in its genus, endemic to western Cuba. One of the rarest cycads in the world.
Native Regions
Cuba
Height Range
6-10m
Growth Form
Tall slender trunk
CITES Listing
Appendix I
Habitat & Distribution
Habitat Type
Limestone hills; western Cuba
Origin & Distribution
Cuba (western Cuba only - monotypic genus; critically endangered)
Key Characteristics
- Tall slender trunk
- dense crown
- critically endangered
Distinct Features
- Monotypic genus
- fewer than 600 plants in wild
- living fossil
References
Sources: Cuban Flora
Image Source: iNaturalist
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