The Ponytail Palm is great for beginners, people who travel, and anyone who's looking for a very low-maintenance but interesting houseplant. So long as it's not over-watered, it should thrive in most conditions. Fun fact: Though the "ponytail" part of its name is spot-on, this plant isn't a true palm — it's actually a succulent, hence its preference for dry soil.
Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
Medium plant measures between 8"-12" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage and arrives in 6" diameter grow pot
Large plant measures between 20"-28" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage and arrives in 10" diameter grow pot
Large plants benefit from brighter light to help retain their mature foliage
Large plants require less frequent waterings due to their higher volume of soil
If you purchase a large plant with a planter, the planter will ship separately
Care Guide
Ponytail PalmMexico
Plant Care
Thrives in bright indirect to direct light.
Water every 1-2 weeks in direct light, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. This plant can benefit from extra humidity.
This is a pet friendly plant.
Humans seemed to always have a thing for palms. Scientists believe Mesopotamians cultivated the date palm over five thousand years ago.
Sad Plant Signs
Leaves crisping, dry potting mix:
Thirsty plant, underwatered
Yellowing leaves, wet potting mix:
Overwatered
Brown leaf tips:
Low humidity or soil compaction (aerate soil)
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The Ponytail Palm is great for beginners, people who travel, and anyone who's looking for a very low-maintenance but interesting houseplant. So long as it's not over-watered, it should thrive in most conditions. Fun fact: Though the "ponytail" part of its name is spot-on, this plant isn't a true palm — it's actually a succulent, hence its preference for dry soil.
Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
Medium plant measures between 8"-12" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage and arrives in 6" diameter grow pot
Large plant measures between 20"-28" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage and arrives in 10" diameter grow pot
Large plants benefit from brighter light to help retain their mature foliage
Large plants require less frequent waterings due to their higher volume of soil
If you purchase a large plant with a planter, the planter will ship separately