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cycas palm

The Cycas palm is a striking, ancient plant treasured by New Zealand gardeners for its dramatic foliage and remarkable resilience. While commonly called a palm, the Cycas actually belongs to the cycad family—a group of prehistoric plants revered for their sculptural leaves and slow-growing nature. With their bold, feather-like fronds and stout trunk, Cycas palms make elegant focal points in subtropical gardens, modern landscapes, or container displays. Easy to care for and tolerant of coastal conditions, these cycads are an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced plant enthusiasts.

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Syagrus romanzoffiana (Queen Palm)

Syagrus romanzoffiana, commonly known as Queen Palm, Cocos Palm, or Cocos plumosa, is a Palm Tree grown for its impressive form and foliage. Large and lacy, arching, mid green fronds are borne off a single trunk. It grows quickly to reach 15 m tall with a spread of 7 m, performing best when planted on a well-drained site in full sun. Syagrus romanzoffiana is commonly used in tropical gardens, grown as a specimen, used in avenue plantings, or added to a mixed planting.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Palms
Height: 15.00 m
Spread: 8.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Avenues, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Coastal, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
Cycas revoluta (Sago Palm) in a luxurious garden.

Cycas revoluta

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Cycas revoluta, commonly known as the Sago Palm, King Sago, Sago Cycad, or Japanese Sago Palm, is an impressive and popular, small Palm tree. It grows with a fibrous trunk which is topped with a whorl of feathery, dark green fronds held with a gentle arch as it grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Cycas revoluta makes an excellent specimen and is commonly added to tropical plantings, maintained in a container, planted around a pool or other outdoor living areas, or added to a mixed planting.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Palms
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical
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What Is a Cycas Palm?

The Cycas palm refers to members of the Cycadaceae family, particularly the popular varieties often seen in New Zealand gardens. These plants are sometimes referred to as "sago palms" due to their palm-like appearance, but they're not true palms. Their lush, evergreen leaves radiate from a central trunk, creating a symmetrical, architectural effect that's truly unique. The most widely grown species, Cycas revoluta, is renowned for its compact shape and decorative value, making it a favourite for feature planting.

Popular Cycas Palm Varieties

If you're considering other palm-like garden options, varieties like Rhopalostylis cheesmanii (the Chatham Island Nikau), Syagrus romanzoffiana (Queen Palm), and Chamaerops humilis (Dwarf Fan Palm) all offer complementary foliage textures and forms.

Growing Cycas Palm in New Zealand

Cycas palms thrive in well-drained soil and full sun to part shade, coping well with a range of environments including coastal gardens. Their drought-tolerance and minimal maintenance requirements make them perfect for low-care landscaping. Water regularly during the establishment phase, then reduce as your plant matures. While Cycas palms are generally pest-resistant, occasional checks for scale insects and tidy-up of old fronds keep them looking their best.

For container cultivation, use a free-draining potting mix and avoid letting the crown sit in wet soil. Feed sparingly during the growing season with a slow-release fertiliser. Over time, your Cycas palm can develop into a handsome specimen that’s easy to move or reposition for seasonal effect.

Using Cycas Palms in the Garden

The architectural beauty of the Cycas palm makes it a top choice for feature planting, borders, or as an accent in subtropical schemes. They work equally well flanking pathways or anchoring courtyard planting. Mass plantings of Cycas revoluta can provide sculptural interest year-round while Cycas thouarsii is ideal for larger gardens seeking a tropical focal point. Pair your Cycas palm with other hardy palms such as Rhopalostylis cheesmanii or with the lush, fan-shaped leaves of Chamaerops humilis (Dwarf Fan Palm) for garden drama.

Explore our collection to find the ideal Cycas palm for your space and enjoy a piece of living history in your New Zealand garden.


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