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Beaucarnea recurvata 19cm H60cm

Beaucarnea recurvata 19cm H60cm

£40.00 GBP
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Beaucarnea recurvata, known as the Ponytail Palm, is not a true palm but a succulent with a bulbous trunk and cascading foliage. It’s drought-tolerant, elegant, and nearly indestructible indoors.

  • Full Botanical Name: Beaucarnea recurvata
  • Common Names: Ponytail Palm, Elephant Foot Tree
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Eastern Mexico
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Arid scrublands with sandy, well-draining soils

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright light to full sun
  • Ideal Room: Living room or sunny conservatory
  • Feeding: Cactus fertilizer every 6–8 weeks
  • Humidity: Low
  • Ideal Temperature: 18–30°C
  • Watering: Infrequently; allow soil to dry completely between waterings
  • Pet/Child Safe: Non-toxic — safe for cats, dogs, and humans, but avoid chewing as fibrous leaves may cause mild irritation
  • Soil Type: Sandy, free-draining succulent mix
  • Propagation: Offsets or seeds
  • Eventual Height and Spread: Up to 1.5–2 m indoors
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Pests and Treatment: Mealybugs or scale; treat with neem oil
  • Repotting: Every 3–4 years
  • Pruning: Trim dead foliage
  • Air Purification: Good
  • Folklore: Symbol of luck and longevity in Mexico
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