Yucca Elephantipes – Thick Trunk

The Yucca elephantipes, known for its water storage capability in its swollen stem, is aptly nicknamed “Elephant’s Foot” when cultivated as a single-stemmed specimen.

This resilient and adaptable plant is remarkably forgiving. Incredibly easy to care for and adaptable to a range of light and temperature conditions, they’ve remained a real classic it-plant since the 70s for good reason!

Its increased stem height, when grown with a thick trunk like this, positions it as an excellent floor-standing specimen, infusing spaces with an exotic touch.

Horty Hints

Drop-dead gorgeous! Older leaves will naturally yellow and dry-up, however they won’t drop. Help keep it tidy by gently, but firmly pulling the dead leaves downwards towards the floor.

While the leaves don’t look too dangerous, they are stiff with sharp points. Take care when pruning.

Desert-dweller! The Yucca elephantipes is a native of the desert, and will not suffer from lack of humidity.

Light

Yucca elephantipes prefers bright, direct sunlight but will tolerate some light shade. Be aware, however, that this will slow its growth and lighten the leaf colour.

Watering

Allow the top of the soil (or half of it in low light) to dry-out before watering. Can cope with some degree of drought. Ensure there is adequate drainage and don’t allow to sit in water.

Temperature

The Spineless Yucca is hardy and adapts well to pretty much any indoor room temperature. Do not allow the temperature to fall below 7°C at night.

Humidity

The Yucca elephantipes is tolerant to drier air, and will thrive in normal household humidity.

Feed

Apply an occasional weak feed, if anything. Yucca do not need a lot of food.

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Height & Growth Rate

The Spineless Yucca is very slow-growing and typically reaches an ultimate indoor height of 1 to 2 metres.

Toxicity

This plant is toxic to animals so keep away from pets. Leaf tips are sharp so take care whilst handling.

Origin

Yucca elephantipes originates from the Southwestern United States, Mexico and Central America.

Please note: images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.

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