Cycads   Encephalartos princeps

Conservation Status: Vulnerable Common Names: Kei cycad Distribution & Habitat: Exposed rocky outcrops in Eastern Cape province, South Africa. Dry, mild to hot summers, and cold winters with frequent heavy frosts. Description: Clumping, medium to large cycad to about 4m tall. Blue/green leaves. General: Very similar to E. lehmannii , altho this species is more robust. Culture: Full sun and well drained. Frost tolerant.

Figure 1. E. princeps

Figure 2. E. princeps

Figure 3. E. princeps

Figure 4. E. princeps in habitat

Figure 5. E. princeps

Reference:	Cycads of the World, David Jones.
Contributed by:	Colin Wilson (Figure 1)
	Peter Heibloem, Cycad Gardens, (Figure 2)
	Morn Ferreira (Figure 3,4&5)

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