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Beaucarnea recurvata

Family Ruscaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone
Care Level
Height 4 - 4.5 m (12 - 15 ft)
Spread 2.7 - 4 m (9 - 12 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture very low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description Beaucarnea recurvata (bottle palm) bears showy, pale yellow and fragrant flowers during mid-spring to mid fall. This tree is upright and has medium green foliage that is showy, glossy, coarse textured and evergreen. The bark is showy and smooth in texture. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning tree which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Container, house plant, foundation, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Beaucarnea recurvata tolerates drought.