Ponytail Plant (Beaucarnea recurvata)
Ponytail Plant Care
The Ponytail plant is a succulent originally from the desert areas of Mexico. It has a bottle-shaped stem which serves as a reservoir for water and from which grow grey-green leaves up to 3ft. (1m) in length. It sometimes produces clusters of small white flowers.
As a houseplant the ponytail plant is easy to care for and it grows well when placed outdoors during summer.
Ponytail Plant Care (Beaucarnea recurvata) Requirements
Light
The ponytail plant requires bright and direct sunlight all year.
Temperature and Humidity
It grows well in the temperature range from 55 - 70 degrees F (12 - 22 degrees C), but your ponytail plant requires low humidity.
Soil
Use an all-purpose soil mixture for your ponytail plant.
Water
Water your ponytail plant once per week from spring to early fall, but after each watering allow the soil to become almost dry before the next watering. Water infrequently in winter.
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Fertilizer
Use a liquid fertilizer twice per month during spring and summer.
Pests and Diseases
The ponytail plant is susceptible to being attacked by spider mites and mealybugs, if it is located in a too dry and warm area. For treatment use Malathion or Diazinon and move the plant to a cooler area with better air circulation. For low toxic plant food and non-poisonous insecticides visit Victorpest.com
Propagation
Propagate your ponytail plant in summer by placing seeds or shoots in moist peat moss or vermiculite.
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