Hesperaloe parviflora (Red Yucca) - Image 26

Botanical name: Hesperaloe parviflora

Common name: Red Yucca

Family: Asparagaceae    (Formerly:Agavaceae / Amaryllidaceae)

Subfamily: Agavoideae

Origin: Mexico, Texas

Hardiness: -15°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersThorny or spinyPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
Hesperaloe parviflora (Red Yucca) with long narrow green leaves in a high angle plant photo.


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