Pony Tail Palm

Pony Tail Palm

1 Gallon
$46.00
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Pony Tail Palm

Beaucarnea recurvata, Elephant's Foot

An easy-care, drought-tolerant succulent with a unique bulbous base and cascading leaves, perfect as a long-lived indoor focal point.

$46.00
Container sizeSize guide 1 Gallon

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Description

Ponytail Palm is a beloved and quirky succulent that resembles a small palm tree, celebrated for its ease of care and unique appearance. Its most distinctive feature is the large, bulbous, water-storing caudex at the base of its trunk, which gives it the nickname "Elephant's Foot." From the top of this caudex erupts a fountain of long, slender, leathery leaves that cascade like a ponytail. Incredibly drought-tolerant and adaptable to indoor conditions, it is a perfect, low-maintenance houseplant that adds a tropical and sculptural touch to any space.

  • Distinctive Swollen Caudex (Base): Develops a large, bulbous trunk base that stores water, allowing it to survive long periods of drought and giving it immense character.

  • Cascading Fountain of Leaves: Produces a dense cluster of long, thin, arching leaves that flow gracefully from the top of the plant.

  • Extremely Drought Tolerant & Easy-Care: As a succulent, it requires infrequent watering (allow soil to dry completely between waterings) and thrives on neglect.

  • Excellent Long-Lived Houseplant: Adapts well to indoor light conditions (bright indirect light is best) and grows very slowly, making it ideal for homes and offices.

  • Unique Conversation Piece: Its unusual form and resilient nature make it a favorite among both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts.

Quick Facts

  • Features:Long, slender curly leaves cascading from a swollen bottle-shaped trunk with gray-brown fissured bark. Produces rare creamy flower spikes (on mature plants).
  • Mature Height:Outdoors: 15-20 ft,Indoors: 6 ft
  • Mature Width: 6 ft
  • Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Needs: Bright light (tolerates low light)
  • Key Advantages:Extreme drought tolerance,Unique swollen trunk,Pet friendly,Low maintenance
  • Landscape Uses:Desert gardens,Modern interiors,Office atriums,Container specimens
  • Special Care:Water sparingly (every 3-4 weeks),Rotate periodically for even growth,Wipe leaves occasionally,Repot every 3-5 years
  • Seasonal Interest:Form: Year-round sculptural interest,Flowers: Rare indoor blooms

Faqs

Q: How often should I water it?
A: Water deeply but infrequently. For indoor plants, water only when the soil is completely dry throughout the pot—this could be every 2-4 weeks, depending on light and temperature. Overwatering is the quickest way to kill it. In winter, water even less.

Q: Will it flower?
A: Mature plants (often 10+ years old) may produce a large, impressive flower spike with tiny white flowers when grown outdoors in optimal conditions. It very rarely flowers when kept as an indoor potted plant.

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San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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