Nolina longifolia/Oaxacan Tree Nolina, Mexican Grass Tree

Nolina longifolia / Nolina longifolia
Beautiful specimens of this plant growing in the Vatican gardens in Rome, Italy
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Beautiful specimens of this plant growing in the Vatican gardens in Rome, Italy

Large grove of plants in spring bloom

Tall stalks of off-white flowers on old established plants

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Scientific Name: Nolina longifolia
Common Name: Oaxacan Tree Nolina, Mexican Grass Tree
Plant Type: Evergreen
Leaf Type: Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone: 8, 9, 10 Determine Your Zone
Height: 8-10 feet
Spread: 3 -5 feet
Bloom time: Spring
Flower color: White
Light Exposure: Sun
Drainage: Dry
Rate of Growth: Moderate
Water Requirement: Low
Maintenance Level: Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments: This is a succulent, native of Mexico, that makes an excellent accent specimen in the garden. It produces large heads of yucca-like, silvery-green, somewhat drooping foliage and tall stalks of white flowers in spring. Repored to be quite drought tolerant and suitable for xeriscape landscapes.