Overview
Furcraea is a tufted cactus succulent in the genus Furcraea, part of the Asparagaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Furcraea grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include architectural, city and courtyard gardens, patio and container plants, sub-tropical and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Furcraea is a genus of evergreen succulents with elongated, fleshy leaves that grow upwards, resembling those of Yucca. This tufted plant produces elongated flower stalks with mildly fragrant flowers in shades ranging from green to white. It thrives in full sun with well-drained loam or sandy soil that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Suitable for sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects, Furcraea is hardy to H2 and is ideal for architectural planting in city gardens, patios, conservatories, and sub-tropical settings. Propagation is by bulbils or seed, with summer being the season of interest.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Furcraea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Furcraea size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent, Shrubs
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, City and courtyard gardens, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Furcraea
- Propagation
- Bulbils, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Furcraea?
Furcraea prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Furcraea need?
Furcraea grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Furcraea hardy in the UK?
Furcraea has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Furcraea?
Bulbils, Seed.
