Zamia vazquezii

Synonymy: Often confused with Zamia fischeri Distribution: Northern Veracruz, Mexico
Common name: Náh.—chamalillo (little chamal or dwarf Dioon edule), teocinte (preferred), teocintle (sacred ear, same name as Zea mays var. mexicana) (plants), mazorca (cone); Sp.—amigo del maíz (friend of maize). Source: M. Bonta & R. Osborne, Cycads in the Vernacular. Conservation status: Not listed

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