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Buckley's Yucca

Yucca constricta

Buckley's Yucca is a special plant that grows tall and has sharp, pointy leaves. It loves sunny places and can survive in very dry areas. Its beautiful white flowers bloom in the spring!

Habitat: Desert

Appearance

The Buckley's Yucca has a rosette of stiff, narrow, blue-green leaves adorned with distinctive curly white filaments along their edges. A tall, slender stalk emerges from the center, bearing creamy white, bell-shaped flowers that hang gracefully.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassLiliopsidaOrderAsparagalesFamilyAsparagaceaeGenusYucca
Buckley's Yucca
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Buckley's Yucca

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

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Interesting facts

Ancient people used its tough leaf fibers to weave durable baskets and sandals!

Its roots were traditionally used by Native Americans to make soap and shampoo!

Some people call it "Beargrass Yucca" because bears sometimes eat its fruits!

This plant's flower stalk can grow as tall as a person in just a few weeks!

Special abilities

Ability

Water Hoarder

Buckley's Yucca can store water in its thick, fleshy roots, helping it survive long droughts in dry environments.

Ability

Spiky Shield

Buckley's Yucca has extremely sharp, pointed leaf tips that deter hungry animals from nibbling its leaves.

Ability

Moth Magnet

Buckley's Yucca has a special partnership with a tiny moth that ensures its flowers get pollinated.

Measurements & details

Height
50-150 cm
Spread
40-100 cm
Flower Size
3-5 cm
Bloom Season
Late Spring to Early Summer
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
Mild
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Yucca Moth

Tegeticula yuccasella

Tiny moth is the primary pollinator, forming a unique bond.

eaten by

White-tailed Deer

Odocoileus virginianus

Deer may browse on leaves or flowers when other food is scarce.

eaten by

American Black Bear

Ursus americanus

Bears occasionally eat the fleshy stalks or fruits of yucca plants.

Traits

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Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Avoid touching the sharp leaves to stay safe.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Buckley's Yucca?

The easiest way to identify Buckley's Yucca is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

How tall is Buckley's Yucca?

50-150 cm

How wide does Buckley's Yucca spread?

40-100 cm

How big are the flowers on Buckley's Yucca?

3-5 cm

When does Buckley's Yucca bloom?

Late Spring to Early Summer

Is Buckley's Yucca edible?

Yes

Is Buckley's Yucca toxic?

Mild

What is Buckley's Yucca's lifecycle?

Perennial

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