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Ponytail Palm

Succulent

Beaucarnea recurvata

Overview
This whimsical Mexican native features a distinctive swollen trunk base that stores water, topped with cascading ribbons of narrow green leaves that give it its playful common name. Despite its tropical appearance, this slow-growing beauty is remarkably drought-tolerant and forgiving, developing character and charm over many years.
Planting
Grow from seed sown in warm, sandy soil or propagate from offsets that occasionally form at the base.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil pH: 6.5–7.5. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 30-90.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Scale insects, spider mites, mealybugs (uncommon). Common diseases: Root rot from overwatering, leaf spot in humid conditions.