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Elephant's-foot (Beaucarnea recurvata)

Elephant's-foot (Beaucarnea recurvata) is a striking succulent with a swollen trunk resembling an elephant's foot and long, arching leaves.

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Sunlight

Bright indirect light

Watering

Infrequent

Soil

Well-draining

Temperature

Average to warm

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light

Bright indirect light

Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct sun, but avoid intense afternoon sun.

Watering

Infrequent

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

Soil

Well-draining

Temperature

Average to warm

Prefers temperatures between 18-27°C. Can tolerate slightly cooler temps in winter but avoid frost.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor

Fertilizer

Low

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season only.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent, Tree

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot

Plant Environment

Indoor, Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

1.5-15 m

Spread

1-5 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Linear

Flower Size

1-2 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsparagaceae
  • genusBeaucarnea
  • speciesBeaucarnea recurvata
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

None

Additional Care Tips

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