Scientific Name: Beaucarnea recurvata 

Common Name(s): Ponytail Palm, Elephant's foot

Defining Characteristics: 

• Named for its upright tufts of leathery leaves
• Large, bulbous, water-storing trunk (caudex)
• Can grow up to 8 ft. tall indoors
• Slow-growing, drought-tolerant succulent—not a true palm

Recommended Pot Size: Medium - Extra Large 

Josh’s Frogs offers a wide variety of supplies for all of your indoor gardening needs.

Temperature Requirement (°F): 60-85°

Humidity: 40-60%

Watering Frequency: Requires infrequent watering, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Lighting: Bright, direct light to bright, indirect light 

Soil Type: Fast-draining soil, cactus or succulent potting mix

Growth Rate: Slow

Height at Maturity: 6 to 8 feet tall when grown indoors, but can reach up to 15 feet outside

Origin: Mexico, specifically in the states of Veracruz, San Luis Potosí, and Tamaulipas

Regional Locality: Arid, rocky, and dry deciduous forests

USDA Hardiness Zone: 10-11

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use: 

Care Notes: Ponytail Palms require bright, direct to indirect light, very little water, and well-draining soil to thrive. As a succulent, it stores water in its base (caudex). Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot. It thrives in 60–85°F (16–29°C) and needs minimal fertilization.

Shipping Notes: LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE offered.

As good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Live plants may vary in color, size, and appearance.

ALL PLANTS ARE SHIPPED IN POTS WITH SOIL OR OTHER MEDIA UNLESS IT IS DEEMED NECESSARY TO SHIP BARE ROOT.

The plant pictured is in a 4 inch pot.