Bio Facts: Ponytail Palm or Elephant-foot Tree
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Common Name:
Ponytail Palm or Elephant-foot Tree
Origin:
southeastern Mexico
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:
9-12
Light Requirements:
Full sun to indoor indirect light
Soil Requirements:
Drought tolerant, allow to dry out between watering
Notes:
- The swollen base is an adaptation for storing water in times of drought
- Do not water too frequently or allow this plant to sit in standing water
- Makes a great low maintenance container plant for inside or out
- Not really a palm but is related to the Yuccas and Agaves
- In preferred environment can get to 30’ tall, when used as a house plant in cooler areas may get 6’-8’
