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Beaucarnea recurvata

Pony Tail or Bottle Palm, Beaucarne

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Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Steve George/Thompson

 

Description

This palm-like succulent from the agave family has a single trunk and grows up to 30' tall. It has thin, flat leaves that can grow up to 6' long and only 1" wide. The base is large and distinctive; it usually looks swollen.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Spanish

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Indoor, Swimming Pool, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.