PLANT DETAILS
latin name: Yucca faxoniana
usda code: YUFA
alternative name(s): Spanish dagger, Giant dagger, Palma samandoca, Palma barreta, Palmilla, Faxon yucca, Carneros yucca, Eve’s needle
ecotopes class: cactus
ecological condition(s): sunny edge – desert bajada
size range: large – 4+ ft
leaf retention: evergreen
light requirement: full sun
DESIGN SUPPORT
This giant of the genus is native to western Texas and northern Mexico. Its massive stems tower over the desert with 3′ long, stiff, dagger-like leaves and huge spikes of ivory flowers. It takes many years to grow to specimen size. Needs good drainage and plenty of sun. — courtesy barton springs nursery
NATIVE RANGE
SPANISH BAYONET (YUFA) PORTFOLIO
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