Zamia huilensis
Zamia huilensis Calonje, H.E.Esquivel & D.W.Stev.
Zamia huilensis is a species in the genus Zamia, belonging to the family Zamiaceae. It was first described in 2012 by Calonje, H.E. Esquivel, and D.W. Stevenson. The species is native to the Huila region of Colombia and has also been recorded in Manizales and the Jardín Botánico de Bogotá. Its distribution extends globally, indicating a broader presence beyond its native range.
Description
Zamia huilensis is a member of the cycad genus Zamia, part of the Zamiaceae family. It was formally described in 2012 by botanists Calonje, H.E. Esquivel, and D.W. Stevenson. The species is primarily found in the Huila region of Colombia. Additional records have been noted in Manizales and the Jardín Botánico de Bogotá. The species has also been documented in global collections, suggesting it may be cultivated or dispersed beyond its native habitat. As with other members of the genus, it is a slow-growing, long-lived plant with a distinct, palm-like appearance.
Distribution
Huila · Jardín Botánico de Bogotá · Global · Colombia · Manizales · CO
