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Cycas lindstromii

An endangered dwarf cycad of the hot coastal lowlands of southern Vietnam. It grows in open, sunny scrub on sandy ground with a distinct dry season. Give it strong light, warmth and sharp drainage.

At home, aim for
Day Warm-growingTargets in Plantistry
Night Close to the dayTargets in Plantistry
Humidity Ordinary room humidityBand in Plantistry
Light Full sunDLI and PPFD in Plantistry
Expects a seasonal restGrows in the ground

Where it grows wild

It grows in low coastal country at about 40–50 m. Following the genus pattern in that region, it is assumed to grow in open scrub or grassland on sandy or rocky soils.

Records are at about 40–50 m.

Khanh HoaNinh ThuanBinh ThuanBa Ria-Vung TauVietnam

🔒 Growing it like that

The wild conditions above, turned into targets for a shelf, a tent or a greenhouse. The full profile has:

✓ Day and night temperature targets, and the limits it tolerates
✓ Humidity band, and how to hold it
✓ Light as DLI and PPFD for a grow light
✓ Wet and dry seasons, and whether to rest it
✓ Substrate and airflow
✓ A step-by-step setup to grow it like the wild

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