Cardboard Palm (Zamia furfuracea)
Rs. 599.00
Rs. 799.00
Cardboard Palm (Zamia furfuracea)
Cardboard Palm (Zamia furfuracea)
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About Cardboard Palm (Zamia furfuracea)
The Cardboard Palm is a striking tropical plant known for its thick, leathery, stiff fronds and low-maintenance needs. Despite the common name and palm-like appearance, it is actually a cycad, not a true palm — a much older type of plant, related to plants that predate flowering plants entirely. Native to Mexico, it's admired for its unique sculptural form and slow, steady growth.
Growing Conditions
- Light: Bright light, including several hours of direct sun; also tolerates medium indoor light.
- Soil: Very well-draining soil — a cactus/succulent mix works well; dislikes wet feet.
- Humidity: Tolerates average to low humidity, being naturally drought-adapted.
Placement
A bright indoor spot or a partly sunny balcony/patio suits it well.
Care
- Watering: Allow soil to dry out between waterings; highly drought-tolerant once established, and prone to root rot if kept too wet.
- Fertilizer: Light feeding with a balanced fertilizer 1-2 times during the growing season is enough.
- Repotting: Infrequently — every 3-4 years, as it's a slow grower with a stout caudex (base stem).
- Pruning: Remove only old, damaged, or browning fronds at the base.
Note: This listing ships a young potted plant. Growth rate and mature size vary by light, care, and environment. EXTREMELY toxic to pets, especially dogs - all parts contain cycasin, but the seeds are most concentrated. Can cause liver failure and can be fatal even in small amounts. This is one of the most dangerous common houseplants for pets - keep well out of reach.
Instructions
Instructions
- Watering: Allow soil to dry out between waterings; highly drought-tolerant
- Light: Bright light with several hours of direct sun; tolerates medium indoor light
- Soil: Very well-draining, cactus/succulent-type mix
- Humidity: Tolerates average to low humidity
- Fertilizer: Light balanced feeding 1-2 times during the growing season
- Repotting: Infrequent - every 3-4 years, being a slow grower
- Pruning: Remove only old, damaged, or browning fronds at the base
Delivery Info
Delivery Info
- Every plant is quality-checked before dispatch and packed with root-ball wrapping and moisture lock for transit.
- Delivery timelines depend on your pin code, courier network and weather conditions — tracking is shared as soon as your order is dispatched.
- Live plants are covered by our 10-Day Plant Protection against transit damage.
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999; Cash on Delivery is available.
- Some remote pin codes may not be serviceable for live plant delivery — this is shown at checkout before you pay.
FAQs
FAQs
Is Cardboard Palm actually a palm?
No — despite the name and palm-like look, it's a cycad, a much older type of plant unrelated to true palms.
Is it safe to have around pets?
No. Cardboard Palm is EXTREMELY toxic to pets, especially dogs — every part contains cycasin, with the seeds being the most concentrated and dangerous. It can cause liver failure and can be fatal even in small amounts. This is one of the most dangerous common houseplants for pets, and it should be kept well out of reach at all times.
How much water does it need?
Very little — let the soil dry out between waterings. It's drought-tolerant and prone to root rot if kept consistently wet.
How fast does it grow?
Slowly — it develops a stout base (caudex) over years and rarely needs repotting.
