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Sago Palm Female Cone: Healthy and Normal

San Antonio, 10-year sagos: one has purple seeds with root-like structures, spongy brown lace. Owner worries it's disease.

Great News: Female Cone

It's a blooming female sago. If male sago blooming nearby, pollinate by shaking male pollen over female daily. Even without pollination, plant is very healthy.

Enjoy the rare event.

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