Marketplace Genus

Ponytail Palm

Beaucarnea

1 cultivar

Beaucarnea, commonly known as Ponytail Palm, is a sculptural, drought-tolerant genus prized for its swollen trunk base and long, narrow leaves that cascade dramatically from the top of the plant. Its slow-growing architectural form makes Beaucarnea especially effective as a statement plant in decorative containers, patios, bright interiors, xeric gardens, and warm-climate landscapes. The combination of a thick, water-storing base—often called a caudex—fountain-like foliage, and strong vertical form gives the Ponytail Palm a distinctive tropical-desert character while requiring relatively little water once established. Highly adaptable and easy to care for, these resilient succulents thrive in bright, indirect light to full sun and bring an unmistakable architectural presence to any indoor or outdoor living space.