Chaparral Yucca
NameChaparral Yucca
Species NameYucca whipplei
Common NameChaparral Yucca
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)15
Container Typeground
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresstout stem, covered by old leaf bases, tall herbaceous flowering stalk
Foliage Typelinear, spiky
Height (cm)250
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitypoor
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesStriking tall inflorescence, drought-adapted, monocarpic flowering stalk, spiky basal rosette.
Description
This Chaparral Yucca specimen displays a robust basal rosette of spiky, linear leaves, from which a tall, erect flower stalk emerges, densely packed with creamy white, bell-shaped blossoms. It is situated in a rugged, arid landscape, likely recovering from a fire, with sparse vegetation and rocky terrain in the background. The plant is currently in full bloom, showcasing its impressive inflorescence.
