How to grow and care for Yucca gigantea Lem.
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Yucca gigantea Lem. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright indirect light
16C° ~24C°
Every 21 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Genus : Yucca
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant grows in the southwestern United States. It is drought-tolerant because it thrives in dry areas and does particularly well in locations with plenty of sunlight.
🪨 Soil Mix
When planting, it's best to use well-draining soil. Generally, mix 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% charcoal. However, you can adjust the ratios based on the situation and environment.
🌡️ Environment
This plant thrives indoors and can survive in habitats with temperatures above 30°C during the day and below 0°C at night. However, it should not be exposed to extreme temperatures for extended periods. It's best to maintain a dry environment for humidity.
☀️ Light
The more sunlight this plant receives, the healthier it grows.
💧 Water
This plant is drought-tolerant. Water it when the soil is completely dry.
🪴 Repot
Due to its slow growth rate, it is advisable to repot it in spring every 2-3 years.
💊 Fertilize
Fertilizer is not needed in large amounts, but using it according to the recommended dosage from spring to summer can promote more vigorous growth.
🌺 Flower
The flowering period is in summer, with white flowers. Young plants do not bloom, and typically, flowers appear on plants that are over 3 years old. Additionally, flowers will not bloom if there is insufficient light.
😵 Toxicity
Be cautious with pets and young children as it is toxic.
water
How to water Yucca gigantea Lem.
How often should I water?
check Yucca gigantea Lem. Every 21 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
The soil should be at least 90% dry before watering again. this means about every 2 weeks in the warm season and about every 4 weeks in the cold season
Signs that it really needs water
leaves look a little wrinkled
Light & Location
How much light does a Yucca gigantea Lem. need?
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Yucca gigantea Lem. likes Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 10K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
10K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
3~40℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Yucca gigantea Lem. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Yucca gigantea Lem. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Yucca gigantea Lem. is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Liliopsida, Order: Asparagales, Family: Asparagaceae, Genus: Yucca, Species: Yucca gigantea
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Yucca |
| Species | Yucca gigantea |
Is Yucca gigantea Lem. toxic?
Yucca gigantea Lem. is dangerous to Cat, Hamster, Dog
Cat
Hamster
Dog
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