The Ponytail Palm gets its name from the long trailing leaves that are reminiscent of a horse's mane. This slow growing plant is great for beginners and expert botanists alike. Once mature the Ponytail Palm can be kept in a specimen collection or used to brighten up any home or office space.
Beaucarnea recurvata (Ponytail Palm)
Beaucarnea recurvata
Ponytail Palm
The Ponytail Palm gets its name from the long trailing leaves that are reminiscent of a horse's mane. This slow growing plant is great for beginners and expert botanists alike. Once mature the Ponytail Palm can be kept in a specimen collection or used to brighten up any home or office space.
| Plant Type | Shrub, Tree |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 10 (30°F)Zone 11 (40°F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Summer |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Height | 6-8ft |
| Spread | 3-5ft |
| Characteristics | Award Winning, Great Foliage, Plant of Merit, Showy |
| Attracts | |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Garden Uses | House Plant |
| Tolerance | Dry Soil |
| Soil Type | Sand |
| Soil PH | Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
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