Scientific Name
Yucca gloriosa 'Variegata'
Synonym(s)
Yucca gloriosa 'Aureovariegata'
Common Name(s)
Spanish Dagger
Scientific Classification
Family: Asparagaceae
Subfamily: Agavoideae
Genus: Yucca
Etymology
The specific epithet "gloriosa" (pronounced "glo-ree-OH-suh") means "glorious; showy" and refers to the striking and ornamental appearance of the species.
The cultivar epithet 'Variegata' (pronounced "var-ee-GAY-tuh") means "variegated; having a pattern of different colors or marks" and refers to the variegated foliage of the plant.
Origin of Yucca gloriosa 'Variegata'
Yucca gloriosa 'Variegata' is a form of Yucca gloriosa selected for its variegated foliage.
Description of Yucca gloriosa 'Variegata'
Yucca gloriosa 'Variegata' is an ornamental plant with a usually solitary stem topped by a cluster of sword-shaped, blue-green leaves, edged in creamy yellow. The leaves are stiff, spine-tipped, and can measure up to 20 inches (50 cm) in length and 2 inches (5 cm) in width.
In late summer and fall, Yucca gloriosa 'Variegata' produces a dramatic stalk that can reach 6.5 feet (2 m) in height, bearing dense panicles of bell-shaped, creamy-white flowers.
How to Grow and Care for Yucca gloriosa 'Variegata'
Hardiness: USDA hardiness zone 7a to 11b: from 0°F (-17.8°C) to 40°F (4.4°C).
Under the right conditions, Yuccas are not difficult plants to grow. They tend to thrive on a bit of neglect rather than too much attention. They are especially easy to overwater, and soggy stems are a sign of too much water. The best conditions for Yuccas include a sunny corner with relatively low humidity. They are not prone to many pests, although scale can be an issue. Over time, plants will typically lose their lower leaves (in nature, they droop, forming a skirt around the trunk), giving the plant a pleasant "tree-like" appearance.
Yuccas are relatively slow-growing plants that should only need to be repotted every other year. They do well, slightly pot-bound, as long as they don't become heavy enough to tip over their containers. Repotting larger plants can be difficult, so refresh them with fresh potting soil by digging out the top 2 inches (5 cm) of the container and replacing it with new soil. During typical repotting, remove the plant from its container and move it to a container of one size larger. Always use fresh potting soil.
See more at How to Grow and Care for Yucca.
Links
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