A massive Australian native cycad developing a thick trunk to several metres, crowned with a huge symmetrical rosette of stiff arching fronds. A dramatic long-lived feature; seeds are toxic to pets.
At a glance
- Plant type: Palm or cycad
- Mature size: 5 m H × 4 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Australian native
About Moore's Cycad
Botanically, Macrozamia moorei is a slow-growing palm or cycad in the Zamiaceae family, native to Australia. It reaches around 5 m tall and 4 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage.
Where to grow Moore's Cycad
Moore's Cycad suits subtropical and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a sought-after collector's plant.
Soil & planting
Moore's Cycad does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Moore's Cycad performs well with relatively little water once established. As an Australian native, feed it only with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Moore's Cycad in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Moore's Cycad in the garden
Moore's Cycad earns its place for a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Combine Moore's Cycad with plants that share its preference for happy on low water and subtropical climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Moore's Cycad
Plant Sale lists Moore's Cycad as potted plants and advanced specimens. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
