Yucca brevifolia

Joshua Tree

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Common Name:

Joshua Tree

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Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Joshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia) - Description

Yucca brevifolia is a plant species belonging to the genus Yucca. It is tree-like in habit, which is reflected in its common names: Joshua tree, yucca palm, tree yucca, and palm tree yucca. This monocotyledonous tree is native to southwestern North America in the states of California, Arizona, Utah and Nevada, where it is confined mostly to the Mojave Desert between 400 and 1,800 meters (1,300 and 5,900 ft) elevation.

Joshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia) - Blooming

Blooms panicles of white flowers.

Joshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia) - Growth

Rosette-forming or woody based perennials, evergreen shrubs and trees. Yuccas do well in full sun. Height varies depending on variety. Some species will grow to 30 ft. in height. Works best as an ornamental plant for a courtyard or border. Also works as a container plant. Less hardy, tender Yuccas, should be grown in a cool or temperate greenhouse or conservatory.

Joshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia) - Planting

Propagate from the seed in spring. Hardy plants should be sown at 55-64°F (13-18°C), and tender ones at 66-75°F (19-24°C). Can also propagate from suckers in spring or root cuttings in winter.

Joshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia) - Pest

Cane borers and scale insects. Also prone to fungal leaf spots.

Joshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia) - Interesting facts

Yucca is native to hot, dry places like deserts, sand dunes, and plains. Species occur in North and Central America and the West Indies.

Joshua Tree (Yucca brevifolia) - Soil and irrigation

Yuccas should have periodic deep waterings. Water less in winter. Does best in any soil as long as it is well-draining.