About

A drought-tolerant succulent, reaching 10-60cm, with thick sculptural foliage. It bears colourful blooms.

About the genus

Furcraea are a genus of evergreen, succulent plants with long, fleshy leaves which grow upwards, similar to Yucca. Flower stalks and long and flowers range from green to white and are slightly fragranced

Plant details

Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens, dry gardens

Care notes

CultivationFree-draining gritty soil in full sun
PruningRemove spent stems. Minimal care
PropagationOffsets or leaf cuttings
Pest resistanceMealybugs possible
Disease resistanceRoot rot from overwatering