Characterization of three new locations for Microcycas calocoma in the northern area of the municipality of Los Palacios Characterization of three new locations for Microcycas calocoma in the northern area of the municipality of Los Palacios
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Microcycas calocoma is considered the "Jewel of Cuba's Flora" and is categorized as a "Critically Endangered" species by the Red List of Flora of Cuba, which is why its conservation is essential. The objective of the study is to characterize three new localities north of San Diego de los Baños, Los Palacios, where the presence of the species has been reported. At each locality, the total number of individuals, plant height, trunk circumference, presence of mechanical damage, phytosanitary status, and level of epiphytism were recorded. A total of 17 individuals were recorded, grouped toward the second phases of their life cycle. Six individuals presented mechanical damage with good phytosanitary status and low epiphytism. The described localities could represent remnants of a previous population, so it is necessary to incorporate these records as part of the ex situ and in situ conservation plan for the species.
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