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Coontie (Zamia pumila) |
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The Coontie, a Florida native, is a small palm like perennial plant in the Cycad family that grows to a height of about 3 feet. Coontie forms a colony of suckers that slowly grow into mounds. The glossy dark green pinnate leaves are long with narrow leaflets. Its evergreen leaves are fine in texture and resemble those of a fern. The Coontie makes a great ground cover or accent in the landscape. Specification Mature Height: 3 feet Hardiness Zone: 8-11 Salt Tolerance: Moderate Drought Tolerance: Moderate Light Preference: Full sun to light shade |
