Beaucarnea Recurvata (Ponytail)

These are most bizarre-looking plants, having a ponytail-like tuft of narrow, green leaves sprouting from the top of a fat or long, woody stem. The swollen base adds to the unusual appearance of the plants, which are ideal for displaying in a modern interior and will thrive in any centrally heated room.

Mini-climate
Warm, filtered sun.

Size
These plants reach a maximum height of 5feet with a spread of 2ft. Small and medium sized plants are offered for sale.

Feeding
Feed with standard liquid fertilizer every month during summer.

Potting
Repot every three or four years in spring using soil-based potting mixture. They thrive in small pots.

Special points
Can easily be killed by overwatering.