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.

Furcraea is an evergreen succulent with architectural form, fragrant summer flowers, and thrives in full sun, ideal for patios and conservatories.

Furcraea

Furcraea foetida is a species of flowering plant native to the Caribbean and northern South America. It is widely cultivated and reportedly naturalized in many places.

Furcraea foetida, or giant Mexican lily, thrives in full sun and adds architectural interest to patios and courtyards with summer blooms.

Furcraea foetida

Furcraea selloa var. marginata is a tufted evergreen succulent cultivar belonging to the genus Furcraea, known for its elongated, fleshy leaves that resemble those of Yucca. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects with well-drained, free-draining gritty soil such as loam or sand, tolerating a range of soil pH from acid to alkaline. It is hardy to UK zone H2 and is suitable for architectural planting, city and courtyard gardens, patios, containers, and conservatories. Flower stalks appear in summer, bearing mildly fragrant flowers in shades from green to white.

Furcraea selloa var. marginata is an evergreen succulent with architectural appeal, ideal for full sun and summer interest in patios and courtyards.