



Cycadophyta
Cycads are ancient plants that have been around for millions of years. They have tough, palm-like leaves and produce cones instead of flowers. Cycads are like living fossils from the time of the dinosaurs!
Hábitat: Tropical and subtropical regions
The Cycad has a robust, often unbranched trunk topped with a crown of stiff, leathery, dark green leaves that can resemble palms or ferns. Its ancient form and central, sometimes brightly colored, cone structures make it visually distinct.




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Cycads are 'living fossils,' dating back over 280 million years—before dinosaurs walked the Earth!
Many Cycad species are either all male or all female, needing two plants to reproduce.
Some Cycad cones can even generate their own heat, warming up to attract pollinating insects!
They don't have flowers! Instead, Cycads produce giant cones, sometimes weighing over 40kg.
Cycad has tough, leathery leaves and a sturdy trunk that help it endure harsh conditions like drought and fire.
Some Cycads host tiny bacteria in their roots, allowing them to capture nitrogen from the air to grow strong.
Cycad produces powerful natural toxins that help it defend against hungry herbivores and other threats.
Rhopalotria furfuracea
This beetle helps some cycads reproduce by carrying pollen.
Nostoc cycadae
These bacteria live in cycad roots, providing essential nitrogen.
Eumaeus atala
Its larvae feed on specific Zamia cycad leaves, absorbing toxins.
Las plantas de hoja perenne conservan su follaje durante todo el año, sin perder nunca todas sus hojas a la vez.
Este rasgo indica que los organismos pertenecen a un grupo evolutivo muy antiguo con antepasados que se remontan a millones de años.
Este rasgo caracteriza a los organismos con una esperanza de vida excepcionalmente larga en comparación con otros de su especie.
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Enjoy looking at cycads from a safe distance and avoid touching them as some parts can be harmful.
10-1500 cm
30-500 cm
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Alta
Perenne
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Tropical and subtropical regions
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