Mulanje Cycad

Encephalartos gratus Prain

Encephalartos gratus, known as the Mulanje Cycad, is a species in the Zamiaceae family. It was first described by Prain in 1916 and is native to Africa, specifically Malawi and Mozambique.

Description

Encephalartos gratus belongs to the genus Encephalartos within the Zamiaceae family. This cycad species is native to the regions of Malawi and Mozambique in Africa. It was formally published in 1916 by the botanist Prain. The species is also referred to as the Mulanje Cycad in English. Its distribution is primarily within the African continent, with records extending to a global context due to cultivation or conservation efforts.