ZamiaceaeW/C = Wild Collected |
Dioon edule Lindl.
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- Common Name: Chestnut Dioon
- Family: Zamiaceae Reichb.
- Country of Origin: Mexico, cent. America
- Habitat:
- Description: Trunk to 6 feet, very stocky. Leaves 3-6 feet long, pinnae entire in adult plants but toothed at tip in younger specimens.
- Uses: Seeds are edible if cooked.
- Culture: Requires partial shade and rich soil.
Restrictions:- CITES Appendix II Listed Plant
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  Accession Data:- Accession # 198900054
- Source: Christa's Cactus
- Accession Date: 12-31-1989
- Bench: 2106 - Cycads / Amaranths
- Qty: 1 confirmed on 07-02-2008
Classification:- Division: Cycadophyta
- Class: Cycadopsida
- SubClass: cycads
- Order: Cycadales
- SubOrder:
- Family: Zamiaceae
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