Yucca treculeana
Spanish Dagger, Palma Pita
Description
This yucca is similar to a tree in that it grows upright to 20' tall. Leaves resemble long swords, 2.5'-4' long and 3" wide, and have a sharp tip. Clusters of creamy white flowers bloom in spring (edible if cooked), followed by brown colored fruit that turn black when ripe. Irrigate every 3-4 weeks after established, especially during summer. Plant in full sun and well draining soil in a place for all to admire.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
Brown, Red
Fruit Color
Black, Brown
Fruit Season
Summer
Leaf Season
Evergreen
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Tropical
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Raised Planter
Special Uses
Container, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.
Give your plants a chance to breathe.
Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.