Beschorneria septentrionalis

Also Known As

False Agave
False Red Agave
False Red Yucca

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

6a-11

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Beschorneria septentrionalis plant details

Beschorneria septentrionalis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Beschorneria septentrionalis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: rosette-forming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Beschorneria septentrionalis

USDA Zones: 6a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is an evergreen succulent that loves shade!! Great foliage contrast to ferns, hostas, etc. Large coral red flower spike adds drama.

By: Specialty Ornamentals

Spineless evergreen rosette to 3' wide, very agave looking. Big 5' spikes rocket skyward in late spring, exploding into fireworks of long lasting red bells that hummers adore!! A very 'center stage' kind of plant! Light shade, well drained soil. From high elevation Mexico.

By: Secret Garden Growers

Thick lance like leaves create a launching pad for shocking red flower spike. Does best with summer water. 5' tall x 3' wide.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Another bold non-agave from northeastern Mexico, producing rosettes to 2' of deep green, 4" leaves, the plant resembling a pile of hung-over starfish. The flowers, on red stems, are deep red edged with green and followed by red tinted seed pods. Drought tolerant but loves a little summer water along with excellent drainage and partial shade to full sun. Essentially a USDA zone 8 plant though success has been achieved in USDA zone 7 gardens with occasional protection.