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Family: Zamiaceae
Genus: Zamia (ZAM-ee-uh)
Species: floridana (flor-ih-DAY-nuh)Synonym: Zamia pumila
Synonym: Zamia angustifolia
Category: Shrubs
Height: 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Recommended Spacing:
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
"The Coontie is a hardy and
viable choice in landscaping!"
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6° C (20° F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8° C (25° F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1°C (30° F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7° C (35° F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5° C (40° F)
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Danger:
Parts of plant are poisonous
if ingested
Bloom Color:
Inconspicuous/none
Bloom Time:
Late Spring/Early Summer
Foliage:
Grown for foliage
Evergreen
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Coonties are recommended by South Florida Water Management District
as part of their Xeriscape plan on saving water through Water-Smart Landscaping.
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