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Sago Palm - 12" Grow bag

Sago Palm - 12" Grow bag

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  • Striking symmetrical fronds
  • Extremely long-lived and hardy
  • Great for pots and bonsai-style displays
  • Drought-tolerant once established
  • Caution: highly toxic if eaten
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The Sago Palm (Cycas revoluta) is not a true palm but an ancient cycad, valued for its symmetrical rosette of stiff, glossy, dark-green feathery fronds atop a stout, shaggy trunk. Native to southern Japan, it is extremely slow-growing and remarkably long-lived, lending an architectural, prehistoric character to gardens and interiors. It adapts well across India in full sun to partial shade and is drought-tolerant once established. Equally at home in large pots, rockeries and formal beds, it is a favourite low-maintenance specimen. Importantly, all parts are highly toxic if eaten, so keep it away from pets and children.

Specifications

Family Cycadaceae
Native region Southern Japan
Mature height 1-2 m (very slow)
Mature spread 1-2 m
Growth rate Very slow
Foliage Evergreen, stiff pinnate dark-green fronds
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Climate zone Tropical to subtropical

Care guide

Sunlight Full sun to partial shade; bright light indoors.
Watering Water moderately; let soil dry between waterings; drought-tolerant.
Soil / mix Sandy, very well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging.
Temperature Best at 18-35C; tolerates brief cold to about 5C.
Humidity Tolerates a wide range; moderate preferred.
Fertilizer Palm/cycad fertilizer 2-3 times in growing season.
Pruning Remove only old yellow or damaged fronds.
Repotting Every 3-4 years; dislikes frequent disturbance.
Propagation By seed or removing basal offsets (pups).
Pests & problems Prone to cycad scale and mealybugs.
Toxicity / safety Highly toxic to pets and humans if ingested; seeds especially.
Difficulty Easy

Uses

A long-lived architectural specimen for pots, rockeries, bonsai-style displays, formal beds and bright interiors, prized for its sculptural symmetry.

Growing tips

Grow in gritty, free-draining soil and water sparingly to avoid root rot, which is the main cause of failure in India's monsoon. A single flush of new fronds appears each year, so feed lightly and be patient with its slow growth.

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water a Sago Palm?
Water moderately and let the soil dry out between waterings. It stores water and is drought-tolerant, so overwatering and soggy soil are the main risks.
How much light does it need?
It grows in full sun to partial shade outdoors and bright, indirect light indoors. More light gives a more compact, symmetrical crown.
Is the Sago Palm safe for pets?
No. It is highly toxic to dogs, cats and humans if eaten, and the seeds are especially dangerous. Keep it well away from pets and children.
Can I grow it indoors?
Yes, it makes an excellent slow-growing indoor plant in a bright spot, but place it where curious pets and children cannot reach it.
How is it propagated?
It is propagated from seed or, more commonly at home, by removing the basal offsets (pups) that form around the base of the trunk.
Why are the fronds turning yellow?
Yellowing can mean overwatering, poor drainage, or a nutrient deficiency such as magnesium or manganese. Improve drainage and feed with a cycad fertilizer.
Does it flower?
Being a cycad, it does not produce true flowers. Instead mature plants form a central cone, male and female cones appearing on separate plants.
How fast does it grow?
Very slowly, typically producing just one flush of new fronds per year. It is prized precisely for this slow, tidy, long-lived habit.
What pests affect it?
Cycad scale and mealybugs are the main pests and can be persistent. Treat promptly with horticultural oil and remove badly infested fronds.
What fertilizer should I use?
Use a palm or cycad fertilizer with micronutrients two to three times during the growing season; avoid overfeeding this slow grower.

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