{"product_id":"zamia-integrifolia-coontie-palm","title":"Zamia integrifolia (Coontie Palm)","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1q4fjwb\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"35\"\u003eZamia integrifolia (Coontie Palm)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"405\"\u003eZamia integrifolia, commonly known as Coontie Palm, is a hardy cycad valued for its compact growth habit, glossy evergreen foliage, and exceptional tolerance to drought, heat, and challenging growing conditions. Despite its common name, Coontie Palm is not a true palm but a member of the ancient cycad family, a group of plants that has existed for millions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"760\"\u003eNative to the southeastern United States and the Caribbean, Zamia integrifolia forms attractive clumps of arching, feather-like leaves emerging from an underground stem. Its neat, symmetrical appearance and low-maintenance nature make it a popular choice for residential landscapes, commercial projects, coastal gardens, and large decorative containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eCoontie Palm is particularly valued for its ability to thrive where many other plants struggle, requiring very little maintenance once established while providing year-round structure and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eCompact cycad with attractive evergreen foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eHighly drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003eExcellent feature or mass planting plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003eSuitable for gardens, landscapes, and containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003eLow-maintenance and long-lived\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eTolerates heat, humidity, and coastal conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eStrong architectural appearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eSuitable for residential and commercial landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"18918vg\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eGrowth Habit and Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eCoontie Palm grows as a compact clumping cycad with multiple crowns emerging from an underground stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eMature plants typically reach between 60cm and 1 metre in height and 60cm to 1.5 metres in width, forming dense, attractive mounds of foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eGrowth is slow to moderate, with new leaves produced in seasonal flushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eIts compact size makes it suitable for smaller gardens, courtyards, pathways, and container displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1789\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1evwddo\" data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"73xha0\" data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003ePerforms well in full sun, part shade, or bright filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003ePlants grown in sunnier positions generally develop denser growth, while those in partial shade may produce larger, softer foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"mebt03\" data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2038\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eWater regularly during establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003eOnce established, Coontie Palm is highly drought tolerant and requires only occasional watering during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003eAllow soil to dry between watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ynopa7\" data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003eThrives in well-draining soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2358\"\u003eAdaptable to sandy, loamy, and rocky soils provided drainage is adequate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003ePoor drainage should be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"3imbco\" data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003eTemperature and Humidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2492\"\u003ePerforms best in warm temperate, subtropical, and tropical climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003eTolerates heat, humidity, and coastal conditions extremely well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2645\"\u003eEstablished plants can tolerate light frost and short periods of cooler temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2650\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s27ty0\" data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003eMinimal maintenance is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2745\"\u003eRemove damaged or ageing foliage as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003eApply a slow-release fertiliser formulated for cycads during spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2910\"\u003eRepot container-grown specimens only when necessary due to their slow growth rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2912\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003ePlants may produce offsets that can be removed for propagation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"2980\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1lt9dvm\" data-start=\"2982\" data-end=\"2998\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"tqfr56\" data-start=\"3000\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003eYellow Leaves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3091\"\u003eMay indicate nutrient deficiencies, particularly manganese or magnesium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1j0rkzt\" data-start=\"3093\" data-end=\"3105\"\u003eRoot Rot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003eUsually caused by poor drainage or excessive watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lur0eo\" data-start=\"3163\" data-end=\"3178\"\u003eSlow Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3180\" data-end=\"3225\"\u003eNatural for the species and rarely a concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"v09r5d\" data-start=\"3227\" data-end=\"3243\"\u003eFrost Damage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3245\" data-end=\"3290\"\u003eYoung foliage may be damaged by severe frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ht48kr\" data-start=\"3292\" data-end=\"3309\"\u003eScale Insects\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3311\" data-end=\"3381\"\u003eOccasionally found on foliage, particularly in sheltered environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3383\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"mu966k\" data-start=\"3388\" data-end=\"3403\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"3418\"\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3436\"\u003eFeature planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3451\"\u003eMass planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3453\" data-end=\"3468\"\u003eCoastal gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3470\" data-end=\"3491\"\u003eCommercial landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3493\" data-end=\"3510\"\u003eCourtyard gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3512\" data-end=\"3524\"\u003eRock gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3526\" data-end=\"3543\"\u003ePoolside planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3545\" data-end=\"3563\"\u003eContainer displays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3565\" data-end=\"3591\"\u003eLow-maintenance landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3593\" data-end=\"3709\"\u003eIts compact form and durability make it particularly useful where year-round structure and reliability are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3714\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8r6oui\" data-start=\"3716\" data-end=\"3747\"\u003eSpecification and Care Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"3749\" data-end=\"4516\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"3749\" data-end=\"3772\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3749\" data-end=\"3772\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3749\" data-end=\"3761\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"3761\" data-end=\"3772\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"3798\" data-end=\"4516\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3798\" data-end=\"3837\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3798\" data-end=\"3815\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3815\" data-end=\"3837\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eZamia integrifolia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3868\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3838\" data-end=\"3852\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3852\" data-end=\"3868\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCoontie Palm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3869\" data-end=\"3891\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3869\" data-end=\"3882\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3882\" data-end=\"3891\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCycad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3892\" data-end=\"3919\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3892\" data-end=\"3908\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3908\" data-end=\"3919\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e60cm–1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3920\" data-end=\"3948\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3920\" data-end=\"3935\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3935\" data-end=\"3948\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e60cm–1.5m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"3984\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"3964\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3964\" data-end=\"3984\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCompact clumping\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3985\" data-end=\"4019\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3985\" data-end=\"3999\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3999\" data-end=\"4019\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSlow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4020\" data-end=\"4065\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4020\" data-end=\"4039\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight Conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4039\" data-end=\"4065\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFull sun to part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4066\" data-end=\"4096\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4066\" data-end=\"4084\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDirect Sunlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4096\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSuitable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4142\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4097\" data-end=\"4118\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWatering Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4118\" data-end=\"4142\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4143\" data-end=\"4177\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4143\" data-end=\"4155\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eSoil Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4155\" data-end=\"4177\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eWell-draining soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4178\" data-end=\"4214\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4178\" data-end=\"4201\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrainage Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4201\" data-end=\"4214\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eEssential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4215\" data-end=\"4248\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4215\" data-end=\"4235\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTemperature Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4235\" data-end=\"4248\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e10°C–35°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4279\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4249\" data-end=\"4260\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4260\" data-end=\"4279\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHighly tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4280\" data-end=\"4335\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4280\" data-end=\"4293\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFertiliser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4293\" data-end=\"4335\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCycad fertiliser during growing season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4336\" data-end=\"4363\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4336\" data-end=\"4356\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaintenance Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4356\" data-end=\"4363\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4364\" data-end=\"4409\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4364\" data-end=\"4384\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4384\" data-end=\"4409\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHigh once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4410\" data-end=\"4438\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4410\" data-end=\"4430\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCoastal Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4430\" data-end=\"4438\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4439\" data-end=\"4481\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4439\" data-end=\"4457\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFrost Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4457\" data-end=\"4481\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eLight frost tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"4482\" data-end=\"4516\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4482\" data-end=\"4495\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePet Safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"4495\" data-end=\"4516\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eToxic if ingested\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4518\" data-end=\"4521\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1hryhf7\" data-start=\"4523\" data-end=\"4529\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"132tx9n\" data-start=\"4531\" data-end=\"4564\"\u003eIs Zamia integrifolia a palm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4566\" data-end=\"4642\"\u003eNo. Despite the common name Coontie Palm, it is a cycad and not a true palm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"i5e7od\" data-start=\"4644\" data-end=\"4687\"\u003eHow large does Zamia integrifolia grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4689\" data-end=\"4783\"\u003eMost mature plants reach between 60cm and 1 metre in height with a spread of up to 1.5 metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"oe4vka\" data-start=\"4785\" data-end=\"4822\"\u003eIs Coontie Palm drought tolerant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4824\" data-end=\"4924\"\u003eYes. Once established, it is highly drought tolerant and requires very little supplemental watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"4hqahp\" data-start=\"4926\" data-end=\"4970\"\u003eCan Zamia integrifolia grow in full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4972\" data-end=\"5045\"\u003eYes. It performs well in full sun, part shade, and bright filtered light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wcc87j\" data-start=\"5047\" data-end=\"5089\"\u003eHow often should I water Coontie Palm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5091\" data-end=\"5214\"\u003eWater regularly during establishment. Mature plants generally require only occasional watering during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"g3rjag\" data-start=\"5216\" data-end=\"5260\"\u003eIs Zamia integrifolia suitable for pots?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5262\" data-end=\"5350\"\u003eYes. Its compact growth habit and slow growth rate make it an excellent container plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13s6djg\" data-start=\"5352\" data-end=\"5389\"\u003eWhy are my leaves turning yellow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5391\" data-end=\"5491\"\u003eYellow foliage may indicate nutrient deficiencies, poor drainage, or natural ageing of older leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17dvwio\" data-start=\"5493\" data-end=\"5526\"\u003eIs Coontie Palm pet friendly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5528\" data-end=\"5613\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eNo. Like many cycads, all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested by pets or humans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Nurso","offers":[{"title":"200mm","offer_id":51885400621352,"sku":null,"price":48.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/6847\/6200\/files\/92a61e0a-8f19-4444-9ebc-e0cab02c43f3.png?v=1780203991","url":"https:\/\/www.thenurso.au\/products\/zamia-integrifolia-coontie-palm","provider":"The Nurso","version":"1.0","type":"link"}