Zamia furfuracea
Growth habit: A small upright bush usually not over 38" in height or width. Flowers: Yes, very unusual. Temps: Normal indoor temps Humidity: Not critical. Pests: Watch for mealy bug and scale. Houseplant Cultural information: From the age of the dinosaur this prehistoric looking plant has a very distinct look. Cardboard Palms slow growing foliage is thick and firm with a feel and look of plastic. Once or twice a year (usually in spring) you will get a rapid spurt of growth. During this growing period be sure to keep the Cardboard Palm in as bright of light as possible. Cardboard Palms prefer very bright lighting for proper growth. Direct sun or very strong filtered light from a east, south or west windows will do nicely. Heated sunrooms or greenhouse are an excellent place to grow a Cardboard Palm. Cardboard Palms are sort of like a succulent not requiring a lot of water. On larger plants allow the soil to dry 1" to 2" ...