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What habitats do cycads occupy in subtropical regions?
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Cycadophyte
Cycas circinalis.
In subtropical regions, cycads occupy a diverse range of ecological settings. These habitats include:
- Rainforests
- Mesophytic savannas
- Near-desert scrublands1
While these plants are adapted to a variety of environments, it is important to note that wild populations are no longer abundant and many are currently endangered, necessitating protective status in various regions.1