Zamia in Tropical Morning Light
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Zamia in Tropical Morning Light

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This cluster of Zamia furfuracea , commonly known as cardboard palm, thrives in the InterContinental San José gardens. Despite its palm-like appearance, it is a cycad —an ancient gymnosperm lineage dating back to the age of dinosaurs. Its thick, oval leaflets reflect light in waves of green, embodying Costa Rica’s blend of botanical diversity and prehistoric heritage.