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ceratozamia

ceratozamia

9.9
A small tropical plant from Mexico with a short scaly trunk, fernlike leaves, and cones
  • noun
  • /ˌsɛrəˈtoʊzəmiə/
  • Specialized
: ceratozamia
  • Several species of ceratozamia are cultivated as ornamental plants due to their attractive foliage.

Examples

  • The ceratozamia in the botanical garden is part of a conservation program for endangered cycads.

  • Native to Mexico, ceratozamia thrives in shaded, humid forest environments.

  • The ceratozamia plant thrives in warm climates.

  • In Mexico, ceratozamias can be found in various habitats.

  • The ceratozamia is a unique plant found only in the tropical forests of Mexico.

  • Gardeners often choose ceratozamia for its striking green leaves and low maintenance.

  • Tourists visiting Mexico enjoy seeing the ceratozamia in its natural habitat.

Synonyms

cycad
vsceratozamia
  • Specialized
1 9.9

A tropical plant with a single trunk topped by a crown of large fernlike leaves

is a specific small Mexican species with a short scaly trunk and woody cones

Surface Forms

ceratozamia singular
ceratozamias plural

Etymology

Ceratozamia comes from the Greek root cerato- meaning 'horn' plus the name Zamia, a group of cycad plants. So the name suggests a 'horned' Zamia and helps you remember this small tropical cycad with fernlike leaves and woody cones.