Dioon Mejiae (Mejia's Dioon)
Dioon Mejiae (Mejia's Dioon)
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Dioon Mejiae (Mejia's Dioon) is a magnificent cycad admired for its bold architectural form and exceptional longevity. Native to Central America, it develops a stout trunk topped with a symmetrical crown of long, graceful, deep green fronds that create a striking tropical appearance. Its slow, steady growth and impressive structure make it an outstanding feature plant for gardens, courtyards, resort landscapes, and premium commercial projects.
Highly valued for its durability and low maintenance requirements, Dioon Mejiae (Mejia's Dioon) is drought tolerant once established and adapts well to a range of well-drained soils. Its timeless elegance and dramatic silhouette provide year-round interest, making it an excellent investment for homeowners and landscape designers seeking a distinctive specimen that will enhance outdoor spaces for generations.
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Mature height
2–4 m
Mature width
2–3 m
Spacing
2–3 m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen
Foliage
Glossy green foliage, brown trunk, and tan to brown cones on mature plants
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Does not produce true flowers; mature plants may produce cones seasonally
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Low maintenance; slow growing and hardy once established.
Root System
Deep, Fibrous And Generally Non-Invasive