Nolina recurvata

Ponytail Palm, Elephant's Foot, Bottle Palm

Family: Agavaceae Agave


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color White, yellow
Bloom time Early Spring to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Container, specimen
Height 10' to 15' / 3.00m to 4.60m
Spread 10' to 15' / 3.00m to 4.60m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen, broadleaf
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Palm, upright or erect
Attributes and features Native to North America