Cycas taitungensis guizhouensis Perennial Plant of the Year the color evolves into more

the color evolves into more of a chartreuse tone

Starting for us in early May

The 3' wide clump of corrugated foliage is topped by 2' spikes of lavender flowers in midsummer

with leaves occurring every 2-3 inches along the stem

when happy

Cycas taitungensis guizhouensis Perennial Plant of the Year the color evolves into moreThis man made hybrid between the mainland Chinese Cycas guizhouensis and the Taiwanese Cycas taitungensis was created by Florida cycad guru, Robert Chumley. This has proven to be a very vigorous grower, which has so far endured only one winter outdoors for us, including many nights at 16 degrees F. While both parents are similar in appearance, the vigor of the hybrid is truly amazing. We're guessing that this will make a 3' tall x 5' wide specimen in