Coontie

Zamia Pumila

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Overview

The Coontie Palm, or Zamia pumila, is a slow-growing, low-maintenance cycad, native to the southeastern United States. This perennial shrub features feather-like, dark green leaves, reaching 1-3 feet in height with a similar spread. Its ruggedness allows it to thrive in USDA zones 8-11, making it an ideal groundcover or accent plant. Prefers well-drained soil with partial to full sun exposure. Tolerates drought once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 7–10

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Its ruggedness allows it to thrive in USDA zones 8-11, making it an ideal groundcover or accent plant

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — native to the southeastern United States

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — reaching 1-3 feet in height with a similar spread

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Its ruggedness allows it to thrive in USDA zones 8-11, making it an ideal groundcover or accent plant

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Endemic to the southeastern United States

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — scientifically known as Zamia pumila

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Tolerates drought once established

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 7–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 2–3 Ft.
Mature width: 2–3 Ft.

Classification

Family: Zamiaceae

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Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — This perennial shrub features feather-like

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — native to the southeastern United States

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — reaching 1-3 feet in height with a similar spread

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Its ruggedness allows it to thrive in USDA zones 8-11, making it an ideal groundcover or accent plant

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Endemic to the southeastern United States

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — scientifically known as Zamia pumila

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Tolerates drought once established

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Prefers well-drained soil with partial to full sun exposure

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — feather-like foliage emanates in a rosette pattern from a central stem

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — this resilient evergreen plant presents as a low-growing and attractive addition to your garden

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — sometimes with a slight bluish tinge

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — The foliage is a deep green

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — reaching only about 1 to 3 feet in height with a similar spread.<br><br>The Coontie's glossy

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — separate male and female plants are required for reproduction

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — contributing to an elegant and lush appearance.<br><br>As a dioecious species

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Zamia pumila prefers well-drained sandy soil and can tolerate drought once established

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Male cones are narrow and cylindrical, about 2 to 4 inches long, whereas female cones are broader and shorter

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — It functions well as a ground cover or a foundation plant

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — With a hardiness in USDA zones 8b to 11

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — It thrives in partial shade but can also accommodate full sun conditions

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — consider its slow growth rate and modest size

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — so careful placement is advised in areas with pets or children

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — Always be mindful that all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested

Coontie (Zamia Pumila) — and its prehistoric charm can be highlighted along pathways or in rock gardens

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