The Latin name for the soaptree yucca is yucca elata. The soaptree is also known as the palmella and the soapweed. The perennial plant can be found in southwestern North America.
Machaerantha tortifolia
The soaptree yucca (Yucca elata) is a common yucca found in North American deserts. For pictures of this plants click here.
remove the dead limb all the way to the base
Yucca filamentosa, the most common type, Yucca brevifolia (Joshua tree), Yucca aloifolia (Spanish bayonet), and Yucca gloriosa (Spanish dagger). Yucca baccata and Yucca glauca, are called soap plant.
Soaptree yucca has adaptations such as narrow leaves to reduce water loss in arid environments, a deep taproot to access groundwater, and a waxy coating on its leaves to prevent water loss. Its sharp spines protect it from herbivores and its ability to store water in its thick stem helps it survive droughts.
Yes, you can find Soaptree Yuccas, Banana Yuccas and other varieties in great abundance both in and around El Paso.
"Yucca" is the genus part of the scientific name (Genus, species).
Yucca sp. L.
Yucca Elata
The scientific name for the Joshua tree is Yucca brevifolia.
The common name of Yucca brevifolia is Joshua tree. It is a tree-like yucca plant native to the southwestern United States.
Yucca flower, the blossom of the yucca plant.