Description

The Ponytail Palm (*Beaucarnea recurvata*) is a drought-tolerant plant native to eastern Mexico. Despite its common name, it is not a true palm. The plant features a bulbous trunk base that stores water and long, slender, arching leaves that resemble a ponytail. It can grow up to 9 meters (30 feet) outdoors but remains much smaller indoors.

🌞💧 **Sun and Water Requirements:**
Thrives in bright light, including full sun. Requires infrequent watering; allow the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.

✂️🫘 **Methods to Propagate:**
Propagation is typically done through seeds or by removing and planting offsets (pups) that grow at the base of mature plants.

🧑‍🌾👩‍🌾 **When to Harvest:**
As an ornamental plant, there is no traditional harvest. Offsets can be removed and replanted when they are about 10 centimeters (4 inches) tall.

Purpose

- Ornamental: Valued for its unique appearance and low maintenance, making it a popular choice for indoor decoration.
- Indoor Plant: Its ability to tolerate low water conditions makes it suitable for indoor environments.