{"product_id":"nasiona-sagowca-loei-cycas-petraea","title":"Loei Cycad Seeds - Cycas Petraea","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eCycas petraea\u003c\/strong\u003e – Loei Cycad\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eCycas petraea\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as the Loei Cycad, stands out among Cycas species as one of the fastest-growing. Unlike most cycads, which are known for their slow development, this unique species can reach impressive sizes in a relatively short time, especially under suitable environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eBotanical Characteristics and Growth Habit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eIn cultivation, \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eCycas petraea\u003c\/strong\u003e develops an upright, straight trunk with a light brown color, which can reach up to \u003cstrong\u003e6 meters in height\u003c\/strong\u003e. A distinctive feature of this species is the expanded base of the trunk, which not only provides stability but also gives the plant a decorative, monumental appearance. The crown consists of \u003cstrong\u003e50 to 100 leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e measuring from \u003cstrong\u003e1.4 to 2.3 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e long, displaying an intense light green color with a noticeable waxy sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe leaves are borne on long petioles, which are generally spineless or have spines only on the lower part. Each leaf contains up to \u003cstrong\u003e115 leaflets\u003c\/strong\u003e on one side, giving the entire plant a striking, spreading habit. This rich leaf structure creates a spectacular crown, which is the main decorative feature of the species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eFlowering and Propagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe reproductive organs of \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eCycas petraea\u003c\/strong\u003e appear as distinctive cones in orange or brown hues. Male cones are ovoid, reaching \u003cstrong\u003e30–40 cm in length\u003c\/strong\u003e and up to \u003cstrong\u003e18 cm in diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e. Megasporophylls of female plants are covered with gray or brown fuzz and measure \u003cstrong\u003e18–22 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe seeds of this species are especially prized by collectors – they are large, up to \u003cstrong\u003e5 cm long\u003c\/strong\u003e, flattened in shape, and characterized by a yellow seed coat free of bloom. These features make them a sought-after sowing material among cycad enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eCultivation and Climate Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe Loei Cycad thrives in \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones 9 and warmer\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning it can be grown in regions with warm temperate or subtropical climates. It is one of the more cold-tolerant cycad species – in its natural habitat, it withstands occasional frosts and even light snowfall. In cooler parts of Europe, it can be successfully grown only in greenhouses, conservatories, or as a potted plant in a bright, warm interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eConservation Status and Importance for Collectors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eDue to its limited distribution and threat of habitat loss, \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eCycas petraea\u003c\/strong\u003e is listed on the IUCN Red List as a species \u003cstrong\u003e\"Near Threatened\" (NT)\u003c\/strong\u003e and is protected under the CITES convention. Despite this, its natural populations remain mostly inaccessible and relatively well-preserved, offering hope for the survival of this exceptional species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThanks to its attractive appearance, monumental leaves, and rapid growth, \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eCycas petraea\u003c\/strong\u003e is gaining increasing interest among collectors and enthusiasts of rare exotic plants. In a controlled environment, it can become an original ornament for a conservatory or prestigious interior, serving as a living example of the prehistoric flora of our planet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"1","offer_id":52461571703112,"sku":"1944","price":17.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"5","offer_id":52461571735880,"sku":"1945","price":82.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":52461571768648,"sku":"1946","price":157.0,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/1652.jpg?v=1770321356","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-sagowca-loei-cycas-petraea","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}