Exposure & location

The Yucca elephantipes likes bright light and indirect sun. It also tolerates slightly shaded situations, but its growth will be slower.

• Ideal: near a well-exposed window, without harsh direct sun.
• Outside: possible in summer on a sunny balcony, sheltered from strong wind.
• Perfect location: in the living room, a bright office, or a clear entrance.

Verdeia tip: the more light it receives, the thicker its trunk becomes and the denser its leaves grow.

Watering & care

• Watering: moderate — allow the soil to dry well between waterings.
• Frequency: every 2 to 3 weeks in summer, even more spaced in winter.
• Humidity: unnecessary — it prefers dry atmospheres.
• Care: regularly dust its leaves to promote photosynthesis.
• Level: easy — it tolerates missed waterings and adapts to most interiors.

Too much water is the only risk: its roots do not like stagnant moisture.

Decor ideas & plant combinations

The Yucca stands out as a centerpiece in a modern or bohemian interior. Its graphic habit structures the space and creates a very elegant natural verticality.

• Visual look: slender silhouette and clean lines, perfect for a bright corner.
• To combine with: Sansevieria, Zamioculcas, or Ficus lyrata for a sculptural composition.
• Ideal pot: white ceramic or matte stoneware pot, for a sober and contemporary contrast.
• Where to place it: on the floor, in a corner or next to a sofa, to add height and volume.

Pair it with natural textures (wood, rattan, linen) for a zen and bright effect.

Verdeia tips

• Repotting: every 2 to 3 years, in a larger pot with good drainage.
• Substrate: universal potting soil lightened with sand or perlite.
• Cleaning: wipe leaves with a damp cloth to preserve their shine.
• Wintering: if placed outside, bring it in before the first frosts (minimum temperature: 5 °C).

In summer, it loves spending a few months outside: its leaves then take on a more intense green.

Characteristics

• Botanical name: Yucca elephantipes
• Common name: Indoor Yucca, Spanish Dagger
• Origin: Central America
• Pot size: Ø21 cm (depending on arrival)
• Approximate height: 80 to 100 cm
• Adult size: up to 200 cm indoors
• Growth: slow to medium
• Ideal exposure: bright light, full indirect sun
• Watering: moderate
• Care: easy
• Toxicity: slightly toxic to animals (leaf ingestion)
• Decor style: Urban jungle / Minimalist / Mediterranean

Each plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and shades of its foliage naturally evolve according to light and through the seasons.