How to prune ceratozamia mexicana

Any time only when fronds are completely dead. Use sharp, clean loppers or heavy-duty scissors to cut the dead frond petiole close to the stem. Wear gloves as leaflets can be sharp-tipped. Leave all green and semi-green fronds undisturbed on the plant.

Rarely; only when dead fronds need removal, once a year or less. Ceratozamia mexicana is a shade-loving Mexican cycad that requires very little pruning. Remove only fully brown, dead fronds, cutting cleanly at the petiole base. Green fronds must never be removed — they are essential energy stores for this slow-growing plant. Its graceful arching fronds are the main ornamental feature and should be left intact.

Use sharp, clean loppers or heavy-duty scissors to cut the dead frond petiole close to the stem. Wear gloves as leaflets can be sharp-tipped. Leave all green and semi-green fronds undisturbed on the plant.