Encephalartos trispinosus 'Curly leaf form'

Fairview Nursery lists Encephalartos trispinosus ‘Curly leaf form’ as a named nursery offering. SANBI’s profile describes the species’ grey, recurved leaves, which twist toward the tip, but does not separately document how this form differs; the form label is therefore retained without adding a distinct leaf-trait claim. ## Garden use This slow-growing cycad develops a low, clumping shape and can suit a rock garden or a large container where its sculptural leaves have room to show. SANBI notes that leaf size and shade of grey vary among populations, so expect individual plants to differ in appearance as they mature. ## Growing conditions Choose a sunny position with freely draining soil. Established plants tolerate frost and need relatively little water; water sparingly until new plants settle in, then increase only during extended dry spells. Slow growth means the plant takes time to fill its space, so place it where its eventual clump can remain undisturbed. ## Maintenance Keep the base free of standing water and avoid forceful irrigation on the crown. Sources: [Fairview Nursery listing](https://fairviewnursery.com/plants/cycads/) and [SANBI’s Encephalartos trispinosus profile](https://pza.sanbi.org/Encephalartos-trispinosus).