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Growing Info

Scarification: None required, soaking the seed for 24h is optional.

Stratification: none required

Germination: Use a very well draining medium containing coarse sand, perlite, peat, coco fiber or a similar medium. Surface sow the seed and cover lightly with a thin layer (1-2mm or the thickness of the seed) of sand. Gently mist the medium to settle the seed without displacing them. Do not cover pots/sowing trays with plastic or glass. Ideal temps are 75-90F during the day and 60-70F during the night. Germination should take place within a couple of weeks.

Other: Once seedlings have a few true leaves and are large enough to handle (usually a few months in), pot them individually into small pots with a well-draining succulent mix. Keep in a bright light environment and once established in the new pots, they should be able to take full sun.

Native to: Chihuahua, Mexico, Texas, United States

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Yucca thompsonianaYucca thompsoniana

Yucca thompsoniana

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Growing Info

Scarification: None required, soaking the seed for 24h is optional.

Stratification: none required

Native to: Chihuahua, Mexico, Texas, United States

Native

Introduced

Discover the unique allure of Yucca thompsoniana, commonly known as Thompson's yucca, a striking member of the Asparagaceae family native to the rugged landscapes of Texas, Chihuahua, and Coahuila. Also referred to as Beaked yucca, Soyate, or Palmita, this remarkable plant features a trunk that can reach up to 1 meter in height, with branches emerging above the ground. Even before its trunk develops, Yucca thompsoniana enchants with its early blooming flowers, continuing to captivate as the stem grows. Its narrow, dagger-like leaves, slightly glaucous and measuring up to 35 cm in length, add to its distinctive appearance. The magnificent inflorescence, a panicle reaching around 100 cm high, showcases pristine white flowers approximately 4 cm long, blossoming from late March until early May. The plant completes its life cycle with the production of dry, egg-shaped capsules. First collected in 1852 in Chihuahua by John Bigelow and described in 1911 by William Trelease, the Thompson's yucca is a testament to nature's enduring beauty.