{"product_id":"yucca-elephantipes-o17cm-↕85cm","title":"Yucca elephantipes - Ø17cm - ↕85cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003e🌴 The Majestic Spineless Yucca: \u003ci\u003eYucca elephantipes\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eYou have selected the striking \u003ci\u003eYucca elephantipes\u003c\/i\u003e, often known simply as the \u003cb\u003eSpineless Yucca\u003c\/b\u003e or sometimes the \u003cb\u003eElephant's Foot Yucca\u003c\/b\u003e due to its characteristic swollen base. This is a bold and architectural houseplant that will bring a decisive, tropical-desert feel to your interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eYour specimen is substantial, standing at an impressive height of approximately \u003cb\u003e85 cm (33 inches)\u003c\/b\u003e and rooted in a \u003cb\u003e17 cm pot\u003c\/b\u003e, making it an immediate focal point in any room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAppearance and Evergreen Foliage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eYucca elephantipes\u003c\/i\u003e is an \u003cb\u003eevergreen\u003c\/b\u003e member of the Yucca family, providing a strong, vertical presence year-round. It typically grows as a thick, woody stem topped with rosettes of long, sword-shaped leaves. These leaves are a vibrant green colour and are \u003cb\u003enot spiny\u003c\/b\u003e, which distinguishes them from some other Yucca species. This feature makes it a safer and more manageable plant for indoor environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eIn its native Latin America, where it grows very large in the wild, the Yucca can develop into a true tree. While it is rare for indoor plants to flower, Yuccas grown outdoors in suitable climates produce dramatic spikes of \u003cb\u003ewhite to cream-coloured flowers\u003c\/b\u003e, usually appearing in the summer or autumn. The plant \u003cb\u003eis not notably fragrant\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin, Light, and Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eNative to Central America and Mexico, this houseplant is accustomed to a dry, sunny climate. The Yucca can withstand sunlight very well and needs at least \u003cb\u003efive hours of direct sunlight per day\u003c\/b\u003e to truly thrive indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eWhen first introducing the plant to a sunny spot, be careful with direct sunlight; it is best to let the plant get used to the intense light slowly to prevent leaf burn. A south or west-facing window is usually ideal for providing the necessary light intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEssential Care and Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe Yucca is known for its \u003cb\u003elow-maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e requirements and its ability to withstand periods without water, thanks to its adaptation to dry climates. Overwatering is the single most common cause of problems for this plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering:\u003c\/b\u003e In warmer periods, the Yucca needs more water, but it is essential to allow the soil to dry out almost completely between waterings. In winter, when growth slows, this plant can often go \u003cb\u003efour to six weeks without water\u003c\/b\u003e. Always water deeply, and ensure any excess drains away entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare:\u003c\/b\u003e This plant comes in a standard plastic grow pot. As a live product, please note that the plant's exact appearance may vary slightly from general descriptions. All plants are packaged carefully and shipped directly from the nursery to ensure they arrive in the best possible condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e The \u003cb\u003eYucca elephantipes is considered toxic\u003c\/b\u003e if ingested. The leaves contain saponins that can cause vomiting and diarrhoea if consumed by pets, particularly dogs and cats. It is best to place it where curious animals cannot reach it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55834493387084,"sku":"3020","price":38.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9266\/1068\/files\/thumbnail_2000_66cd4d0d-1a77-4eb8-8f02-18d80d7565d7.jpg?v=1765026506","url":"https:\/\/viridimania.com\/products\/yucca-elephantipes-o17cm-%e2%86%9585cm","provider":"Viridimania","version":"1.0","type":"link"}