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Cycas arnhemica

Cycas arnhemica K.D.Hill
Cycas arnhemica
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Cycas arnhemica is a cycad species from the family Cycadaceae, found in the northwest of the Northern Territory in Australia. It is named after Arnhem Land, the region where it occurs naturally.

Description

Cycas arnhemica is a member of the genus Cycas and belongs to the family Cycadaceae. It is native to the Australian region of Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory. The species was first described and published in 1994 by K.D. Hill. Its distribution is primarily within Australia, with records also indicating its presence globally. This cycad is part of a group of ancient seed plants that have remained relatively unchanged for millions of years.

Distribution

Australia · Global · Northern Territory

Synonyms

Cycas arnhemica subsp. muningaCycas arnhemica subsp. natjaCycas arnhemica subsp. arnhemica

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