Encephalartos concinnus maranta It is self-fertile

It is self-fertile

Red Zed is a striking bougainvillea

As with all Heliconia

Can be grown as shrubs

Pick the fruit while firm and changing colour from green to yellow

Encephalartos concinnus maranta It is self-fertileA very attractive Cycad from southern Africa with mid green, slightly 'woollen' looking foliage thats very uniform and symmetrical. Well suited to sub tropical environments it is relatively easy to grow. Encephalartos concinnus is a medium sized Cycad that gets to a maximum size of about 3m. It is moderately fast growing, prefers full sun but arguably looks better if in part shade and dislikes frosts. A striking feature plant for the garden.