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Yucca
اليوكا · Yucca elephantipes
A tough, drought-tolerant plant with long sword leaves, good for desert gardens and indoors.
Quick facts
| Arabic name | اليوكا |
|---|---|
| English name | Yucca |
| Scientific name | Yucca elephantipes |
| Family | Asparagus family (Asparagaceae) |
| Plant type | Perennial tree-like plant |
| Height | 2 to 5 m in the ground |
| Water use | Low |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
March to May
Flowering time
April to June
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Planting timeHarvest or flowering
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
A plant with one or more trunks, green sword leaves in a crown and white bell flowers in clusters.
Where it grows
Grown in gardens and pots in all regions.
Soil
Needs well-drained soil.
Water and irrigation
Needs little water.
Climate and light
Handles heat and drought.
Propagation
From cuttings or offshoots.
Benefits and uses
- Handles drought and neglect
- A nice modern look
Drawbacks
- Sharp leaf tips
- Rots with too much water
Sources and references
The information was collected and checked from these scientific sources: