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Dasylirion serratifolium (Dasylirion serratifolium)

Dasylirion serratifolium is a striking evergreen perennial native to Mexico, forming a rosette of rigid, sword-shaped leaves. It is highly drought-tolerant and adds architectural interest.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Drought tolerant.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A sandy or gritty mix, such as cactus or succulent potting soil, is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.

Water

Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Drought tolerant.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. A sandy or gritty mix, such as cactus or succulent potting soil, is ideal.

Temperature

Ideal growing range is 15-25°C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Succulent

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-1.5 m

Spread

1-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Gray-green

Leaf Type

Evergreen

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Roulinia serratifolia (Karw. ex Schult. & Schult.f.) Brongn.
Yucca serratifolia Karw. ex Schult. & Schult.f.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsparagaceae
  • genusDasylirion
  • speciesDasylirion serratifolium
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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