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$27.00
Coontie Palm
Botanical Name: Zamia pumila
Also Known As: Zamia floridana
Common Name: Coontie, Florida Arrowroot
Coontie is a hardy native cycad prized for its lush fern-like evergreen foliage and exceptional drought tolerance. Native to Florida, this low-maintenance plant is perfect for natural landscapes, pollinator gardens, foundation plantings, and shady or sunny landscape beds throughout North Florida.
Plant Details
Light: Full sun to part shade
Water: Moderate; highly drought tolerant once established
Soil: Well-drained soil
Size: Typically 2–3 feet tall and wide
Zones: USDA Zones 8–11
Features: Native evergreen plant, drought tolerant, low maintenance
Use: Native gardens, foundation plantings, borders, mass plantings, and wildlife-friendly landscapes
Why You’ll Love It
Native Florida landscape favorite
Tough, heat-tolerant evergreen plant
Excellent for low-maintenance landscapes
Great texture for tropical and natural gardens
Host plant for the rare Atala butterfly
Works well in both sun and shade
Please Note:
We do not ship plants at this time. Local pickup ONLY.
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Collections: Native Plants for North Florida, Palm Trees for North Florida