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Basic Info
Yucca Aloifolia is also commonly known as the ‘Spanish Bayonet’. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 8m (26ft) tall. The plants main feature are the green almost sword like triangular leaves. When it flowers you can expect white to purple-tinged floweres.
Scientific Classification
Family: Asparagaceae
Subfamily: Agavoideae
Genus: Yucca
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Yucca Aloifolia ‘Spanish Bayonet’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Spanish Bayonet healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Yucca Aloifolia ‘Spanish Bayonet’
This succulent type is a rare one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy creamy-white to purple-tinged flowers. It is a nice addition to your collection of plants especially if you have it displayed in a beautiful pot.
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 30 cm (12″) tall
- Grows up to 60 cm (24″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 7a-11b 0 °C (40 F)
- Best propagated by offsets
- Flowers are white to purple-tinged
Where to Plant
Yucca Aloifolia ‘Spanish Bayonet’ succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 7a-11b which is around 0 °C (40 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Spanish Bayonet in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
When selecting what pot to use be sure that you understand the difference between the material used (See our guide on how to pick the best plant pot).
How to Propagate Yucca Aloifolia ‘Spanish Bayonet’
Spanish bayonet can be propagated by seeds. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store. You can learn all about How To Repot Succulents in our guide.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Yucca Aloifolia ‘Spanish Bayonet’ From Offsets
Spanish Bayonet propagates from offsets. To be able to propagate from the mother plant, you might wait several years for the main plant to produce an offset. To start this process, use a sharp knife and remove an offset from the main plant. When you remove the offset, clean the extra soil from it. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
Origin and Habitat
Spanish Bayonet is native to to the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the United States. It is also found around the coast of Mexico along the Yucatán coast to the Bermuda and the Caribbean.
