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Sago cycas (Cycas revoluta) Care Guide

Care guide for Sago cycas: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.

Sago cycas

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⚠️ Sago cycas is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.

Care at a glance

LightPlenty of light; some direct sun is tolerated.
WaterWater roughly every 14 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings. Tolerates the occasional missed watering.
HumidityModerate to high humidity (40-70%).
TemperatureWarm and humid: 18-27 °C (65-80 °F); keep away from frost and cold drafts.
SoilWell-draining mix, slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.5).
Origin

Native to: China Southeast, Japan, Nansei-shoto, Taiwan.

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Reference guidance based on the species' botanical profile; adjust to your home conditions.