Beaucarnea recurvata (K.Koch & Fintelm.) Lem.
| Kannada Name : | - |
| Common Name : | Ponytail palm |
| Family Name : | Asparagaceae |
| Scientific Name : | Beaucarnea recurvata |
| Species Type : | Exotic |
| Phenology : | Evergreen |
| Conservation Status : | Critically endangered |
| Flowering Period : | None |
| Fruiting Period : | None |
| Origin : | Mexico |
Uses
The leaves are very tough. They are used for thatching, making brooms, caskets, coarse hats, mats, etc. The fibre is used locally for cordage.
Description
Small tree, evergreen growing up to 5m with a noticeable expanded caudex, for storing water. The single palm-like stem produces terminal tufts of strap-shaped simple, recurved coriaceous leaves, arranged in a rosette. Inflorescence a panicle of small white flowers, flowers rarely.
