The Sago palm, Cycas revoluta, of course, is not a palm at all, but a gymnosperm, and thus more closely related to pine trees than palms. The botanist in me wants to remind you that gymnosperms are an ... Tallahassee Democrat: Sago palm is more closely related to the pine tree | Mystery Plant Sago palm is more closely related to the pine tree | Mystery Plant Orange County Register: Replacing your palm tree with a drought-tolerant alternative?

Understanding the Context

Consider these. “Due to the recent fires, it’s been recommended that we remove our last palm tree, which is by our pool. I have a narrow planter in that location. I would like a new drought-tolerant, fire-resistant ...

Key Insights

AZ Central: Wait for Sago palm cone to dry, remove with sharp knife