Also known as Ponytail Palm · 3 saves
Beaucarnea
Beaucarnea, the genus most gardeners know as ponytail palm. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Beaucarnea varieties
Species of Beaucarnea
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Beaucarnea in Sow
Save the Beaucarnea you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Beaucarnea questions
How many types of Beaucarnea are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Beaucarnea varieties. The most popular — ranked by 3 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Beaucarnea grow in?
Across its varieties, Beaucarnea covers USDA Zones 10–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Beaucarnea bloom?
Most Beaucarnea varieties bloom in spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Beaucarnea should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.