Nolina longifolia

Also Known As

Beaucarnea longifolia
Dasylirion longifolium
Roulinia karwinskiana
Yucca longifolia
Mexican Grass Tree
Oaxacan Tree Nolina

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6'
W: 6'

planting zones

8b-11

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Nolina longifolia plant details

Nolina longifolia is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring and winter white flowers emerge. Features glaucous and grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nolina longifolia

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, small tree, tropical-looking, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nolina longifolia

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Growing up to 6’ tall & forming a thick trunk, this grass tree is quite a specimen in the garden. It forms a large bulb at the base of the trunk & the bark is deeply textured & fissured. It branches as it ages. The foliage sprouts from the top of the trunk making it a true mop head. The long, strap-shaped foliage hangs down to almost cover the trunk or can be cut higher up so the trunk can be seen. When the plant blooms, the large flower spike can add another 5’-6’ to the height. The spike consists of tons of little white flowers. Native to Mexico, this plant needs little water once established. Hardy to 15 °F.