Kingdom:
Phylum:
Gymnosperms
Order:
Cycadales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hamannii
ID:
511328

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.Taylor, J.L.Haynes & Holzman

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 158(3): 413 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510660

Common Names

  • Hamannii Zamia
  • Zamia
  • Zamia Hamannii

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Description

Zamia hamannii (also called Hamann's Zamia, among many other common names) is a species of cycad native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 meter tall, with large, glossy leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Zamia hamannii is used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Zamia hamannii are small, yellow and fragrant. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zamia hamannii is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth in the spring or summer and rooted in moist sand or soil.

Where to Find Zamia hamannii

Zamia hamannii is native to Florida and can be found in the southeastern United States.

Zamia hamannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zamia hamannii?

Zamia hamannii

What is the common name of Zamia hamannii?

Hamann's Zamia

What is the natural habitat of Zamia hamannii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Zamia genus

Zamia ulei, Zamia urep, Zamia variegata, Zamia verschaffeltii, Zamia vazquezii, Zamia stricta, Zamia soconuscensis, Zamia spartea, Zamia tuerckheimii, Zamia standleyi, Zamia wallisii, Zamia skinneri, Zamia boliviana, Zamia angustifolia, Zamia chigua, Zamia acuminata, Zamia amazonum, Zamia amplifolia, Zamia manicata, Zamia melanorrhachis, Zamia montana, Zamia monticola, Zamia muricata, Zamia neurophyllidia, Zamia lindenii, Zamia loddigesii, Zamia lucayana, Zamia obliqua, Zamia lindleyi, Zamia pygmaea, Zamia pumila, Zamia roezlii, Zamia purpurea, Zamia lecointei, Zamia poeppigiana, Zamia portoricensis, Zamia prasina, Zamia pseudoparasitica, Zamia pseudomonticola, Zamia furfuracea, Zamia encephalartoides, Zamia fairchildiana, Zamia fischeri, Zamia cremnophila, Zamia cunaria, Zamia elegantissima, Zamia disodon, Zamia dressleri, Zamia integrifolia, Zamia ipetiensis,

Species in the Zamiaceae family

Bowenia serrulata, Bowenia spectabilis, Ceratozamia vovidesii, Ceratozamia chimalapensis, Ceratozamia decumbens, Ceratozamia alvarezii, Ceratozamia becerrae, Ceratozamia brevifrons, Ceratozamia euryphyllidia, Ceratozamia hildae, Ceratozamia huastecorum, Ceratozamia kuesteriana, Ceratozamia latifolia, Ceratozamia matudae, Ceratozamia mexicana, Ceratozamia miqueliana, Ceratozamia mirandae, Ceratozamia mixeorum, Ceratozamia morettii, Ceratozamia norstogii, Ceratozamia robusta, Ceratozamia sabatoi, Ceratozamia whitelockiana, Ceratozamia zaragozae, Ceratozamia zoquorum, Ceratozamia hondurensis, Ceratozamia santillanii, Ceratozamia delucana, Ceratozamia subroseophylla, Ceratozamia fuscoviridis, Ceratozamia tenuis, Ceratozamia totonacorum, Ceratozamia chamberlainii, Ceratozamia aurantiaca, Ceratozamia leptoceras, Ceratozamia oliversacksii, Ceratozamia sancheziae, Ceratozamia schiblii, Ceratozamia osbornei, Ceratozamia reesii, Dioon angustifolium, Dioon argenteum, Dioon califanoi, Dioon caputoi, Dioon edule, Dioon holmgrenii, Dioon mejiae, Dioon merolae, Dioon purpusii, Dioon rzedowskii,

References

Alberto S. Taylor (b.1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.Taylor' in the authors string.
Jody L. Haynes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Haynes' in the authors string.
Greg Holzman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holzman' in the authors string.