Cyphokentia Thurstonii

Thurston's cycad, scientifically known as Cyphokentia thurstonii, is a rare and ancient plant species native to the remote islands of the South Pacific. This unique cycad is characterized by its distinctive, spirally arranged leaves and a stout, unbranched trunk that gives it a striking, almost prehistoric appearance. Found primarily in the wild on the islands of Tonga and Samoa, it thrives in humid, tropical climates with well-drained soil. Due to its limited distribution and habitat destruction, the species faces significant conservation challenges. As a living relic of the Mesozoic era, Thurston's cycad holds immense ecological and scientific value.