ponytail palm uk Beaucarnea recurvata – Conservatory Archives

ponytail palm uk Beaucarnea recurvata – Conservatory ArchivesBeaucarnea recurvata is commonly known as the Pony Tail Palm due to its bright green recurved leaves, although its not a true palm and as a Mexico native it fares best in sunny and dry conditions. Recognised not only by its slender arching leaves but also by its distinct trunk, which grows incredibly wide and swollen at the base. WATERING In S S water when 30% of the top soil has dried out. In A W allow top soil to dry out 60%. LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Beaucarnea recurvata is commonly known as the Pony Tail Palm due to its bright green recurved leaves, although it’s not a true palm and as a Mexico native it fares best in sunny and dry conditions. Recognised not only by its slender arching leaves but also by its distinct trunk, which grows incredibly wide and swollen at the base.

WATERING

In S/S water when 30% of the top soil has dried out. In A/W allow top soil to dry out 60%.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Bright, indirect. Can tolerate full sun if gradually acclimatised

FEED

Use a house plant fertiliser every month between April - September.

REPOTTING

Repot every 2-3 years.

POT SIZE / HEIGHT

See available sizes below. Please note that, due to their natural variability, specimens' height may be within 10-20% of the stated height below.

Plant supplied in plastic pot.