Cactus/Cardboard Cactus
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I have what was called (when I purchased it)a cardboard cactus. Now I can't find out anything about this plant or what it's botanical name is so I can care for my plant. Currently it has a new frond yet all the other branches leaves are turning brown and falling off. Is this normal? Am I doing something wrong?
Dear Ann,
I am not familiar with that plant by its common name. However, could it be a cycad? That is a plant related to ferns & pine trees. Check out this website and let me know if this is the plant.
http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Zamiaceae/Zamia_furfuracea.html
You can email me at gregandkat@msn.com if you have pictures.
Thanks!
Greg
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Greg Simpson
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I can answer questions regarding planting, transplanting, care, propagating, identification and general information. The questions can be about cacti and other succulents from North and South America and Africa.
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Collecting cactus and succulents since 1974.
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