Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
arkansana
ID:
752764

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Rep. (Annual) Missouri Bot. Gard. 13: 63 (1902).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752097



Common Names

  • Yucca Arkansana
  • Arkansas Yucca
  • Small-flower Yucca


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Yucca arkansana is used for ornamental purposes and as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Yucca arkansana is an evergreen perennial that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is typically done through division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a sterile, well-draining medium and kept at a temperature of 65-75°F. Once the seedlings have developed two sets of leaves, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Yucca arkansana

Yucca arkansana is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in parts of Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

Yucca arkansana FAQ

What is the common name of Yucca arkansana?

Arkansas Yucca

What is the optimal temperature for Yucca arkansana?

50-90°F

What is the optimal soil pH for Yucca arkansana?

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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