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Texas Sotol (Dasylirion texanum)

Dasylirion texanum, commonly known as Texas Sotol, is an evergreen perennial forming a rosette of rigid, sword-shaped leaves, native to arid regions.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Drought tolerant.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. Sandy, gritty, or rocky soils are ideal. Avoid heavy clay.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Prefers bright light and tolerates heat.

Water

Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Drought tolerant.

Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining soil is crucial. Sandy, gritty, or rocky soils are ideal. Avoid heavy clay.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Tolerates heat and light frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

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

1.5-2 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Gray-green

Leaf Type

Evergreen

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyAsparagaceae
  • genusDasylirion
  • speciesDasylirion texanum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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