Japanese Sago Palm Seeds - Tropical Ornamental Palm Seeds for Planting

Japanese sago palm is a slow-growing ornamental cycad known for its elegant, symmetrical crown of stiff, dark green fronds. Despite its name, it is not a true palm but an ancient seed plant. It is widely used in Japanese-style gardens and landscaping for its sculptural appearance and long lifespan. The plant grows best in warm climates and well-drained soil, and it is highly drought-tolerant once established.

Features

• Elegant rosette of glossy, feather-like fronds
• Highly ornamental landscape plant
• Suitable for Japanese and tropical-style gardens
• Very slow-growing and long-lived
• Drought tolerant after establishment

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cycas revoluta
• Common Name (US): Japanese Sago Palm
• Seed Type / Variety: Ornamental Cycad Variety
• Growth Habit: Slow-growing cycad (palm-like form)
• USDA Zones: 8-11
• Planting Season: Spring to early monsoon
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: March to July
• Germination Time And Conditions: 1-3 months or longer at 25-30°C in moist, well-drained soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate, avoid waterlogging
• Mature Plant Size: 1-3 m height, slow spread
• Plant Spacing: 1-2 m between plants