Yucca elephantipes

Giant Yucca

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Drought-tolerant succulent with thick trunk and sword-like leaves, native to Mexico. Ideal for bright indoor spaces.
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Plant Details

Common Name Giant Yucca
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Yucca
Species Elephantipes
Origin Mexico
Blooming Rare indoors, white bell-shaped flowers in summer if mature.
Leaf Color Grey-green to dark green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus mix with perlite and sand

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Watering

Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce frequency in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires high light exposure, tolerates full sun indoors or outdoors. Avoid deep shade.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season (spring/summer)

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Pruning

Remove dead lower leaves or spent flower stalks; trim top if too tall

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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