What kind of plant is this? . It said free on the side of the road I love it

[Justin Arnold]

 

[Sheal]

I know what it is Justin but for the life of me I can't think of what it's called right now. Let's hope someone can help us out with this.

 

[Silentrunning]

It looks like a Ponytail Palm to me.

 

[Sheal]

Thank you Silentrunning. I've not heard it called a Ponytail Palm before, it's botanical name is Beaucarnea Recurvata.

 

[Nasir]

I picked it up from my local nursery today and need help identifying it.

That is Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata)​

Native to the forests of Belize, Guatemala, and southeastern Mexico, the Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) can be grown indoors or outdoors in most parts of the world. It is also known as Elephant Foot Tree for its swollen caudex (stem base) that resembles an elephant’s foot. The Ponytail Palm makes for an excellent ornamental accent in any location because of its interesting form and striking appearance. It can grow to be quite large outdoors, up to 30 feet, but it doesn’t reach higher than 6 feet indoors. As these plants are exceptionally slow growers, gardeners are unlikely to see the plant reach its ultimate height within a few years.

Here is comprehensive take taking guide:

Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) Indoor Care Guide - Brainy Gardener

Learn how to grow and care for the Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata). Includes tips on general care, habitat, light requirements, temperature control, watering needs and more.

brainygardener.com

 

[Oliver Buckle]

What is it with ponytail palms today? Five posts about them following four about 'Snake plants'.

 

[Nasir]

i hope i helped someone

 

[Oliver Buckle]

i hope i helped someone

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