Plants in genus dasylirion
Dasylirion leiophyllum
Dasylirion leiophyllum is a cold-growing dasylirion native to the southwestern United States, found at elevations of 7,000 feet in Texas. This deer-resistant, yucca-like plant features spines along its leaf edges and grows 4 feet tall and wide in ten years. It produces a 12-foot tall flowering spike and is well-suited for xeriscaping and desert landscapes.
Dasylirion acrotrichum
Dasylirion acrotrichum, native to the Chihuahuan Desert and parts of Mexico, is a striking succulent with narrow, firm leaves forming a rosette up to 6 feet tall and wide. Known for its drought tolerance, this plant can withstand temperatures as low as 8 degrees Fahrenheit. In mid-summer, it produces a tall flower spike adorned with small white flowers. The plant's frayed leaf tips and potential to develop a 4-foot tall trunk add to its unique appearance. Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in sunny locations and requires minimal water.
Dasylirion berlandieri
Dasylirion berlandieri is a striking plant with dusty blue, wavy, spiny-edged evergreen leaves forming a large rosette. It can grow up to 4 feet tall and 7 feet wide, with leaves reaching over 5 feet in length. This drought-tolerant plant produces a 10-foot tall flower spike that attracts bees. Native to Mexico, it is well-suited for xeriscaping and rock gardens, providing a dramatic architectural element to landscapes.
Dasylirion texanum
Dasylirion texanum, a native of the Southwest, is the hardiest of the green sotols. This drought-tolerant plant forms a 3-4 foot tall clump with serrated, slightly twisted light-green leaves. It is used for food and to make the alcoholic drink sotol.
Dasylirion wheeleri
Dasylirion wheeleri, or Desert Spoon, is a hardy yucca relative native to northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. It features long, powder-blue leaves with spines and a cowlick curl at the tips. This plant is used in xeriscaping and is known for its architectural form and deer resistance.
Dasylirion gentryi
Dasylirion gentryi, native to southern Sonora, Mexico, is an evergreen plant with green, slightly twisted, spiny leaves. It is similar to Dasylirion wheeleri but has a more open form. The plant produces impressive 9-foot tall flower spikes with tightly clustered tiny flowers, thriving in seasonally moist conditions.
Dasylirion quadrangulatum
Dasylirion quadrangulatum, known for its fountain-like form, is a shade-tolerant sotol with thin, arching leaves. This deer-resistant plant is considered the most spectacular of all sotols, lacking spiny leaves. It forms a fountain of pencil-thin leaves up to 3 feet long and is collected from high elevations in Nuevo Leon, Mexico. Suitable for xeriscaping, it thrives in full sun to light shade and is a striking addition to arid landscapes.
Dasylirion sereke
Dasylirion sereke is a little-known sotol from Chihuahua, Mexico, resembling Dasylirion durangense. It features spiny blue-green evergreen leaves forming a symmetrical rosette. This plant grows to 4 feet tall and 5 feet wide, eventually forming a short trunk.
Dasylirion glaucophyllum 'Marbles Park'
Dasylirion glaucophyllum 'Marbles Park' is an evergreen woody lily from Mexico, featuring wavy, powder blue leaves with thorns and a 7-foot tall flower spike. It is drought-tolerant and forms a large clump.
Dasylirion texanum 'Hill Country'
Dasylirion texanum 'Hill Country' is a hardy yucca relative native to the Southwest US, forming a 4-foot wide clump of spiraling, long-toothed green leaves. It produces dramatic 10-foot tall flower scapes in summer, making it a striking addition to xeriscapes and drought-tolerant gardens.
Dasylirion miquihuanense
Dasylirion miquihuanense is a plant native to the Michiquana region of Nuevo Leon, Mexico, growing at elevations of 6000 feet. It develops a massive 6-foot tall trunk with age and features twisting, 4-foot long spiny green foliage. This plant is known for its dramatic appearance and drought tolerance.
Dasylirion glaucophyllum
Dasylirion glaucophyllum, one of the largest sotols, is native to Hidalgo, Mexico, and features wavy, powder blue leaves that are over an inch wide. This drought-tolerant plant is known for its impressive 7-foot tall flower spike adorned with small white flowers that age to tan. It has been successfully cultivated since 1999 and is well-suited for xeriscaping and rock gardens. Its deer-resistant nature and striking appearance make it a standout in any landscape.
Dasylirion miquihuanense 'Yd04 53'
Dasylirion miquihuanense 'Yd04 53' is a striking plant native to the Michiquana region of Nuevo Leon, Mexico. It features a massive 6-foot tall trunk and twisting 4-foot long green foliage, making it a bold addition to xeriscape gardens.
Dasylirion wheeleri 'Payson Giant'
Dasylirion wheeleri 'Payson Giant' is a striking plant collected near Payson, Arizona. It can grow up to 7 feet tall with a 3-foot tall trunk, making it a prominent feature in gardens. This plant is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, thriving in sunny conditions. Its unique appearance and resilience make it a popular choice for xeriscaping and rock gardens.
Dasylirion treleasei
Dasylirion treleasei is a deer-resistant plant native to Mexico, forming tall trunks up to 6 feet. It features narrow, rigid, flat green foliage and is similar to Dasylirion quadrangulatum. This plant is well-suited for xeriscaping and thrives in sunny environments.
Dasylirion leiophyllum 'Guadalupe'
Dasylirion leiophyllum 'Guadalupe' is an evergreen plant with glaucous green leaves and small spines along the edges. It grows 4 feet tall and wide, with a 12-foot tall flowering spike. This deer-resistant plant contains natural sugars and thrives in sunny conditions.
Dasylirion leiophyllum 'Chaves'
Dasylirion leiophyllum 'Chaves' is a hardy plant native to Chaves County, New Mexico, known for its spiny-edged, long green leaves forming a rosette. It can grow up to 4 feet tall and 5 feet wide, with mature plants producing 12-foot spikes of tan flowers. This drought-tolerant species thrives in full sun and well-drained soils.
Dasylirion cedrosanum
Dasylirion cedrosanum is a striking plant native to the Sierra Madre Occidental highlands in Mexico. It resembles Dasylirion wheeleri with its twisted, powder blue, linear leaves. This plant grows to 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide in ten years, with ancient specimens reaching up to 5 feet tall. It thrives in open, alkaline rocky grasslands at elevations of 3,000 to 6,000 feet. Dasylirion cedrosanum is drought-tolerant and ideal for xeriscaping, adding a unique architectural element to gardens.
Dasylirion wheeleri 'Apache Junction'
Dasylirion wheeleri 'Apache Junction' is a distinctive plant with smaller heads of powder blue foliage. It grows on red sandstone and is known for its drought tolerance and resilience. This plant is ideal for xeriscaping and adds a unique texture to gardens with its striking foliage. Its adaptability to arid conditions makes it a valuable addition to landscapes in dry climates.