Beaucarnea recurvata (Ponytail Palm) - Image 22

Botanical names: Beaucarnea recurvata, Nolina recurvata

Common names: Ponytail Palm, Pony Tail, Bottle Palm, Nolina, Elephant-foot Tree

Family: Asparagaceae    (Formerly:Dracaenaceae / Liliaceae / Agavaceae)

Subfamily: Nolinoideae

Origin: Mexican highlands, Florida

USDA Plant Hardiness MapPlant with caudexPlant used for bonsaiSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunDry conditionsPalm or palm-like plant


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Beaucarnea recurvata - Pony Tail

Ponytail palm, Pony Tail, bottle palm, nolina, elephant-foot tree. Palm-looking succulent with greatly swollen trunk base and the curved, narrow leaves. Very cute plants with large caudex. Drought tolerant plant that require very little care if any. Can tolerate some freeze.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot, large plant with swollen trunk
In stock
$39.95