Yucca brevifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
752942
Status:
valid
Authors:
Engelm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Botany [Fortieth Parallel] : 496 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752275
Common Names
- Yucca Brevifolia
- Brevifolia Yucca
- Brevifolia Vellozia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Yucca brevifolia (also called Joshua Tree, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky soils in deserts, grasslands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Yucca brevifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as it is drought-tolerant and requires minimal care. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Yucca brevifolia are white or cream, with a yellow centre. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, short leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Yucca brevifolia is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or fall, and the plant should be divided into several smaller sections and replanted. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Yucca brevifolia
Yucca brevifolia can be found in the southwestern US, from California to Texas.
Yucca brevifolia FAQ
What is the best soil for Yucca brevifolia?
Yucca brevifolia prefers sandy, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
How much water does Yucca brevifolia need?
Yucca brevifolia needs very little water, and can survive in dry conditions.
What is the best temperature for Yucca brevifolia?
Yucca brevifolia prefers temperatures between 10-25°C (50-77°F).
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-291788: Based on the initial data import
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.