Adam's Needle (Yucca Flaccida) is a perennial shrub in the Asparagaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Yucca flaccida is a stemless yucca native to the interior of eastern North America, characterized by sword-like leaves that bend downward with thread-like fibers on the margins.

Adam's Needle

Adam's Needle

Yucca Flaccida

Yucca flaccida is a stemless yucca native to the interior of eastern North America, characterized by sword-like leaves that bend downward with thread-like fibers on the margins.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, drought-tolerant landscaping, wildlife attractant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Adam's Needle

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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
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