Dasylirion leiophyllum IB280

Also Known As

Desert Candle
Green Sotol
Texas Spoon

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'

planting zones

6a-10b

More Options

Dasylirion leiophyllum IB280 plant details

Dasylirion leiophyllum IB280 is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dasylirion leiophyllum IB280

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: architectural, container plant, rock garden, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dasylirion leiophyllum IB280

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Don't mess with Texas Spoon! This plant is called so because the leaf bases are shaped like spoons. Basically similar to D. wheeleri, and just as huge, but with green leaves, this is one of the hardiest of the Dasylirion species to cold. It is the only Dasylirion species with inward-pointing teeth: don't stick your hand into the crown, or removing it may be painful! This collection from exceptionally large, robust plants near Kent, Texas should be hardy to at least -10 °F. DS.