Botanical Profile
Cycas scrathleyana is a tropical cycad species in the Cycadaceae family, forming a solitary trunk with a crown of arching pinnate leaves.
Scientific Name
Cycas scratchleyana F.Muell.
Local Name
Scratchley's Cycad
Native Habitat
Native to Papua New Guinea, where it grows in warm, humid tropical lowland forests and coastal regions.
Germination Difficulty
Moderate – seeds require consistent warmth, moisture, and patience for successful germination.
Germination Timeframe
2–6 months
Growing Condition
Bright filtered light to partial sun, high humidity, well-draining soil, and temperatures between 24–32°C (75–90°F).
Collector Significance
Valued for its limited distribution, tropical origin, and importance as one of the less commonly cultivated cycad species.
General Information
These seeds are rare and often hard to find online. Many available seeds have low viability due to long storage, but we provide fresh seeds with higher germination potential.
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