Quick answer: Coontie (Zamia pumila) is native to 1 state. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically , verified 16 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Dry |
| Soil | low water use |
| Bloom | Well-drained soil with light, organic cover |
| Height | Jul-Aug |
| Wildlife value | Up to 3 ft; Larval host for Atala butterfly; seeds eaten by mockingbirds, blue jays, and other birds, insects, small mammals |
Toxicity
Roots toxic when taken internally without sufficient preparation
Buying it
Wild species
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (16 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
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