Macrozamia moorei
Moores Cycad
Genus: Macrozamia · Family: Zamiaceae
55· Rare
About
One of the tallest Australian cycads, found in Queensland and New South Wales.
Native Regions
Australia, Queensland, New South Wales
Height Range
3-7m
Growth Form
Tall single trunk
CITES Listing
Appendix II
Habitat & Distribution
Habitat Type
Open forests; Queensland and NSW
Origin & Distribution
Australia (Queensland; New South Wales)
Key Characteristics
- Tallest Australian cycad
- massive crown
- very long-lived
Distinct Features
- Can live over 1000 years
- some specimens may be ancient
References
Sources: Australian National Herbarium
Image Source: iNaturalist
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