Encephalartos lanatus
Olifants River Cycad, Woolly Cycad
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Zamiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub.
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Naturally occurring in Africa, Encephalartos lanatus (commonly known as Olifants River Cycad or Woolly Cycad) is a palm belonging to the Zamiaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Type
Palm
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern Africa
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Northern Provinces