Darlingtonia californica - Cobra Lilies flowering With slender bamboo-like stems

With slender bamboo-like stems

but this is normal and nothing to stress about

this variety of Cycad  is particularly well-suited to NZ conditions

A solitary palm the trunk is thick and swollen up to around two thirds of its height then tapers abruptly to the attractive crownshaft resembling the shape of a bottle

in habitat it would naturally grow attached to tree branches

Darlingtonia californica - Cobra Lilies flowering With slender bamboo-like stemsDarlingtonia californica, also known as "cobra lilies," earn their name from their tubular leaves, which bear a striking resemblance to a rearing cobra. The forked leaf, resembling fangs or a serpent's tongue, adds to this likeness. Skill Level: Medium Light: Min 3 hour direct sun, Max all day Water: Fill tray, keep in water at all times. Can also be watered from above in addition to filling the tray. Temperature: Max 30C, if they are going to be