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Some more info here -- > http://www.pacsoa.org.au/cycads/Dioon/spinulosum.html

After an overnight soak the first germination was within a week, Must have been good timing

Cycad seeds are subject to a "hold" time after harvesting. This allows the embryo to finish maturing. Germination can happen quickly after the embryo has developed and enough moisture is present

Some more info on Cycad Germination --> http://www.plantapalm.com/Vce/horticulture/seeds.htm

Steve, I just got two of these with Softball size cadeux (sp?). You will like them A LOT!!!
The flushes are huge and the leafs on the flush each have a really cool, almost diamond shape, little extension on them.
Actually, when I took pics of the stuff Chumley sent me, I took a pic of the leaf detail. Now to just get the pics up on the net....
But, you will LOVE this Dioon.
BTW, I do plan on coming to Salina this week. Any chance I can sneek by for a look at your tropical rainforest?

No Problem, Just let me know when You'll be in town

Great job on the D. spinulosum! Mine have put down big tap roots, but none have pushed a leaf yet. Let us know how it goes...

Dave

Thanks Dave ! I am really starting to appreciate fresh seed