- Cycas media
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Cycas media 
Scientific classification Kingdom: Plantae Division: Cycadophyta Class: Cycadopsida Order: Cycadales Family: Cycadaceae Genus: Cycas Species: C. media Binomial name Cycas media Cycas media is a palm-like tall shrub native to woodlands of Queensland, Australia.[1] The leathery, thick leaves are divided and grow from the center in a palm-like arrangement. All plant parts are considered highly toxic. However, the seeds are eaten by Aborigines after careful and extensive preparation to remove the toxins.
References
- ^ Palm and Cycad Societies of Australia, Cycas media plant profile. [http://www.pacsoa.org.au/cycads/Cycas/media.html
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