Encephalartos aemulans Seedlings

Encephalartos aemulans is an extremely rare South African cycad - whose habitat is limited to a single mountain in the Natal Province. Its name “aemulans” derives from the latin meaninig “equaling” - because its pollen and seed cones are very similar.

Encephalartos aemulans trunks grow to 10 feet tall and up to 1 ½ feet in diameter - with suckers growing from its from base. Its mature leaves are dark green and glossy - 3-6 feet in length. It is suitable for subtropical and warm temperate regions - and also tolerates light frosts. Like all cycads - it makes a great conservatory plant.