Yucca elephantipes – Branched
£195.95
Out of stock
Description
Yucca was probably THE classic house plant of the 80’s; and, as with other notable things from that time, it is making a resounding, retro-cool comeback due to its angular, good looks and laid back care requirements. Yucca elephantipes (syn. Yucca gigantean, Yucca guatemalensis) has long, sword-like, yellow-green, arching leaves, which grow in a rosette from the top of a bare trunk. Unlike other Yucca varieties, the leaves are spineless. Perfect for adding some life-enhancing, indoor greenery, Yucca work really well displayed alongside other desert plants such as Dracaena, Beaucarnea and Cordyline (all part of the same family); add a cactus or two to create a distinctly chilled-out, ‘Western’ style vibe. Supplied in 34cm Growers pot. Light: Yucca elephantipes prefers bright, direct sunlight but will tolerate some light shade. Be aware, however, that this will slow its growth and lighten the leaf colour. Watering: Allow the top of the soil (or half of it in low light) to dry-out before watering. Can cope with some degree of drought. Ensure there is adequate drainage and don’t allow to sit in water. Temperature: The Spineless Yucca is hardy and adapts well to pretty much any indoor room temperature. Do not allow the temperature to fall below 7°C at night. Humidity: The Yucca elephantipes is tolerant to drier air, and will thrive in normal household humidity. Feed: Apply an occasional weak feed, if anything. Yucca do not need a lot of food. Height & Growth Rate: The Spineless Yucca is very slow-growing and typically reaches an ultimate indoor height of 1 to 2 metres. Toxicity: This plant is toxic to animals so keep away from pets. Leaf tips are sharp so take care whilst handling. Origin: Yucca elephantipes originates from the Southwestern United States, Mexico and Central America. Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery pot). They do however make excellent potted plants, and if you wish to pot yours up, we do have a wide range of pots on our website to choose from. Please note: images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.