Beaked Yucca, Big Bend Yucca (Yucca rostrata)

Beaked Yucca, Big Bend Yucca
Scientific Name: Yucca rostrata Trel. ex Engelm.
Family: Agavaceae

Show Larger Picture Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: 7-24
USDA: 8-12

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 10°F (-12°C)
Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
Origin: Native to southern Texas., northern Mexico (Coahuila, Chihuahua)
Growth Habits: Tree yucca, growing slowly up to 12 feet tall (3.6 m), 8 feet wide (2.5 m)
Watering Needs: Little to moderate water, good drainage.
Propagation: Seeds, offsets. Can be transplanted easily.

The leaves are sharp tipped. They stay on the trunk after they die, but can be removed to show the trunk.
The species name "rostrata" means "beaked".

Blooming Habits:
The Beaked Yucca has 2-feet long (60 cm) clusters of white flowers in late spring and summer.

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