Spanish Bayonet (Yucca Aloifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Asparagaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Yucca aloifolia is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or small tree, known for its sword-shaped, rigid, and sharp-pointed leaves with a stocky trunk and large white bell-shaped flowers.

Spanish Bayonet

Spanish Bayonet

Yucca Aloifolia

Yucca aloifolia is a broadleaf evergreen shrub or small tree, known for its sword-shaped, rigid, and sharp-pointed leaves with a stocky trunk and large white bell-shaped flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen plant, architectural accent, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spanish Bayonet

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asparagaceae
Genus:Yucca