Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
baccata
ID:
752724

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Rep. U.S. Mex. Bound. 2(1): 221 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752057



Common Names

  • Yucca Baccata
  • Banana Yucca
  • Datil Yucca


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Yucca baccata var. brevifolia L.D.Benson & Darrow
Yucca baccata var. baccata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Yucca baccata is a white, bell-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Yucca baccata 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 baccata

Yucca baccata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it is found in parts of Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Chihuahua.

Yucca baccata FAQ

What is the common name of Yucca baccata?

Banana Yucca

What is the optimal temperature for Yucca baccata?

50-90°F

What is the optimal soil pH for Yucca baccata?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-291585: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.