Scientific Name: Beaucarnea recurvata

Size: Will arrive 17"-28" tall (including the pot)

Air Cleaner: Yes, removes toxins from the air

Growth Habit: Compact, slow grower, that will eventually reach 3 feet in height.

Pet Friendly: Yes, non-toxic to cats and dogs

Guarantee: If your plant dies within 30 days, we'll replace it for free. Learn More

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Description

If you are away from home often or you just flat out forget to water your plants the Ponytail Palm is perfect for you. With over watering being the most common issue, this plant thrives on neglect! It also has the ability to thrive in low light making it a great choice for office spaces or homes with less than ideal growing conditions.

Ponytail Palms consists of a large, round “stump,” that tapers off into a thinner stem. On the top of the stem, rosettes of long, green, leathery leaves develop as the plant matures. Grown inside, the leaves can grow up to 3 feet in length if not pruned.

Plant Biography

Although its name and palm-like appearance, Ponytail Palms are not actually in the palm family. Instead they are more like an Agave or Yucca plant which are desert plants. In their native environment in eastern Mexico, they can reach up to 30 feet in height.