Nolina (Beaucarnea recurvata) - Picior de Elefant

Beaucarnea recurvata is an original indoor plant, easily recognizable by its thick, bulb-shaped trunk (like a glass base), which serves as a water reservoir, and thin, long, and curved leaves resembling ribbons that fall in elegant waves. Also known as the elephant foot tree, it is an ideal plant for modern or minimalist decor, featuring an architectural look and low maintenance.

It is a succulent plant of Mexican origin, drought-resistant, perfect for busy people or beginners.

✔️ Key advantages:

• Unique swollen trunk, serving as a water storage reservoir

• Long, curved leaves with a decorative flowing appearance

• Low maintenance – requires infrequent watering

• Resilient and long-lived succulent plant

• Ideal for large pots and minimalist or boho decor

Care:

• Light: prefers strong, indirect light; also tolerates partial direct sun

• Watering: rare – the substrate must dry out completely between waterings

• Optimal temperature: 18–28°C (sensitive to frost)

• Substrate: well-drained, sandy or cactus soil

• Does not require high humidity

Note: Growth is slow, but the plant can live for decades and can reach impressive sizes over time. It is decorative both as a solitary plant and in groups of succulents.

Height with pot included: 35 cm

2-3 plants/pot