Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
aloifolia
ID:
752731

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 319 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752064



Common Names

  • Yucca Aloifolia
  • Spanish Bayonet
  • Aloe Yucca


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Description

Yucca aloifolia (also called Spanish Dagger, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States and Caribbean. It has long, narrow leaves that are arranged in a rosette pattern. It grows in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Yucca aloifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Yucca aloifolia are white, bell-shaped and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Yucca aloifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and should be kept moist but not wet. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and should be kept moist but not wet. The plants should be placed in a warm, sunny location and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Yucca aloifolia

Yucca aloifolia is native to the southeastern United States and the Caribbean, where it is found in parts of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Puerto Rico.

Yucca aloifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Yucca aloifolia?

Aloe Yucca

What is the optimal temperature for Yucca aloifolia?

50-90°F

What is the optimal soil pH for Yucca aloifolia?

5.5-7.5

Species in the Yucca genus

Yucca baccata, Yucca baileyi, Yucca aloifolia, Yucca angustissima, Yucca linearifolia, Yucca declinata, Yucca arkansana, Yucca mixtecana, Yucca queretaroensis, Yucca capensis, Yucca necopina, Yucca pallida, Yucca periculosa, Yucca neomexicana, Yucca grandiflora, Yucca harrimaniae, Yucca intermedia, Yucca jaliscensis, Yucca lacandonica, Yucca treculeana, Yucca tenuistyla, Yucca thompsoniana, Yucca utahensis, Yucca valida, Yucca coahuilensis, Yucca madrensis, Yucca potosina, Yucca reverchonii, Yucca rostrata, Yucca rupicola, Yucca schottii, Yucca flaccida, Yucca campestris, Yucca faxoniana, Yucca filifera, Yucca gigantea, Yucca filamentosa, Yucca de-smetiana, Yucca decipiens, Yucca elata, Yucca carnerosana, Yucca endlichiana, Yucca glauca, Yucca constricta, Yucca brevifolia, Yucca cernua, Yucca gloriosa, Yucca schidigera, Yucca sterilis, Yucca feeanoukiae,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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