Ceratozamia robusta
Robust Ceratozamia
Genus: Ceratozamia · Family: Zamiaceae
72· Rare
About
A robust Mexican cycad also known as Chichaste. Large arching leaves with distinctive horn-like projections on cone scales.
Native Regions
Mexico, Veracruz, Oaxaca, Chiapas
Height Range
2-6m
Growth Form
Thick trunk, sometimes clustering
CITES Listing
Appendix II
Habitat & Distribution
Habitat Type
Cloud forests and oak forests; southern Mexico
Origin & Distribution
Mexico (Veracruz; Oaxaca; Chiapas)
Key Characteristics
- Large arching leaves
- horn-like cone projections
- robust growth
Distinct Features
- Distinctive horned cone scales (cerato = horn)
References
Sources: cycadlist.org
Image Source: iNaturalist
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