Overview
Beschorneria yuccoides is a succulent in the genus Beschorneria, part of the Q157167 family. Beschorneria yuccoides grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils. It is native to Mexico.
About
Beschorneria yuccoides is a succulent, commonly called yucca-leaved beschorneria, notable for its yucca-like, strap-shaped leaves. Native to Mexico, it flowers between July and September. It grows best in full sun or partial shade on well-drained soil and tolerates dry to moderate soil moisture. Position it where the soil drains freely and the plant receives a sunny aspect.
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About the genus
Beschorneria is a genus of succulent plants belonging to the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Agavoideae, native to semi-arid areas of Mexico and Central America. They are generally large evergreen perennials forming clumps of grey-green leaves, with tall flower-spikes to 1.5 metres (4.9 ft). Marginally hardy, they may require winter protection in areas subject to frost.SpeciesBeschorneria albiflora Matuda – Oaxaca, Chiapas, Guatemala, Honduras Beschorneria calcicola A.García-Mendoza – Oaxaca Beschorneria carolinae Jimeno-Sevilla & García-Gutiérrez – Veracruz Beschorneria dubia Carrière – Tamaulipas Beschorneria rigida Rose – Guanajuato, San Luis Potosí, Puebla Beschorneria septentrionalis A.García Mendoza – Tamaulipas, Nuevo León Beschorneria starrii Davis – Puebla, Veracruz Beschorneria tubiflora (Kunth & C.D.Bouché) Kunth – San Luis Potosí, Hidalgo Beschorneria wrightii Hook.f – México State Beschorneria yuccoides K.Koch – Hidalgo, Puebla, Veracruzformerly included
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In the garden
Beschorneria yuccoides is a succulent from Mexico that carries a clear architectural outline of strap-shaped leaves and produces summer flowers between July and September. Its origins in Mexican habitats mean it performs best in open, well-lit sites rather than shaded, humid corners. Siting and soil are decisive: give the plant full sun where possible, or a little afternoon shelter in partial shade, and use a free-draining medium. It tolerates dry to moderate soil moisture levels, so avoid heavy, water-retentive soils; incorporating grit or coarse sand into planting holes or using a gritty potting mix for containers helps prevent waterlogging. Water sparingly once established, allowing the surface to dry between thorough soaks. In the UK, Beschorneria yuccoides suits sunny gravel beds, warm borders and containers where drainage can be controlled. A south- or west-facing wall or gravel terrace will make the most of its sun requirement and show the flowers in mid to late summer. Expect flowering from July to September, when the blooms appear above the leaves and mark the season with upright flower stems.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Beschorneria
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil moisture
- dry,moderate
- Exposure
- full sun
Plant details
Beschorneria yuccoides size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- succulent
- Native to
- Mexico
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Beschorneria yuccoides
- Propagation
- seed,offsets
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Beschorneria yuccoides?
Beschorneria yuccoides prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits full sun positions.
What soil does Beschorneria yuccoides need?
Beschorneria yuccoides grows best in well-drained soil. Aim for soil that stays dry to moderate.
How do I propagate Beschorneria yuccoides?
Seed,offsets.
