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Beaucarnea stricta (Beaucarnea stricta)

Beaucarnea stricta is a slow-growing succulent tree native to Mexico, featuring a swollen trunk base and arching leaves. It is ornamental.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A cactus or succulent mix, or a sandy loam with added perlite or grit, is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 18-27°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed monthly during the growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Can tolerate full sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A cactus or succulent mix, or a sandy loam with added perlite or grit, is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing temperature is between 18-27°C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed monthly during the growing season with diluted balanced fertilizer.

Do not fertilize in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree, Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

6-15 m

Spread

3-5 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear, strap-like

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Beaucarnea glauca (K.Koch & Fintelm.) Hereman
Dasylirion laxiflorum Baker
Dasylirion strictum (K.Koch & Fintelm.) J.F.Macbr.
Nolina glauca (K.Koch & Fintelm.) Mottet
Nolina stricta (K.Koch & Fintelm.) Mottet
Pincenectia glauca K.Koch & Fintelm.
Pincenectia stricta K.Koch & Fintelm.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsparagaceae
  • genusBeaucarnea
  • speciesBeaucarnea stricta
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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