Nolina recurvata |
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Pony Tail or Bottle Palm, Beaucarne |
Description
This palm-like shrub 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. Mature plants may bloom on a 3'-4' tall stalk.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
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
Fragrance, Silhouette, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Indoor, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water before 9:00 a.m. and after 6:00 p.m.
Limit watering to 3 days a week