Cycas panzhihuaensis alocasia The Peperomia polybotrya

The Peperomia polybotrya

With clusters of star-shaped flowers adorning it

Protect from heavy frost

those huge leaves hanging down and covering its stems in a wall of green

As this plant matures its primary stem will become exposed as the smaller base leaves fall off and the size of its mature leaves increases

Cycas panzhihuaensis alocasia The Peperomia polybotryaCycas panzhihuaensis is easy to grow, tolerating dry periods, and frosts (it's one of the most cold hardy of all Cycads). It looks similar to the common sago palm (Cycas revoluta) but has more bluey coloured leaves and is certainly hardier. It prefers bright light exposure but best with at least a little protection from full afternoon heat. This species wants a well drained spot, with deep soil, but will still battle admirably in less than ideal