Zamiaceae

Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen

The publication provides detailed information about the cardboard plant, also known as Zamia furfuracea. This plant features rigid, woody, medium-green foliage that forms a loose, symmetrical rosette. It is well-suited for tropical landscapes, container planting, or as a specimen plant. The cardboard plant thrives in a variety of well-drained soils and can grow in both full sun and partial shade. It is highly drought-tolerant once established and has minimal pest issues, with Florida red scale being the primary concern. The publication also highlights the plant’s ornamental value, slow growth rate, and suitability for indoor cultivation. First published Oct. 1999. 

Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen

This publication provides a comprehensive overview of the coontie plant, a native Florida species also known as Zamia pumila. The document details the plant’s characteristics, including its feather-like, leathery foliage that emerges from a large underground storage root. Coontie is valued for its tropical landscape effect and is suitable for use as a specimen or container planting. It thrives in a variety of soils, requires minimal watering once established, and has high drought tolerance. The publication also covers the plant’s growth habits, pest resistance, and management practices, emphasizing its ornamental features and potential uses in landscaping. First published Oct. 1999.