{"id":91829,"date":"2026-05-29T17:30:33","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T16:30:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/produto\/uncategorized\/elephants-foot-beaucarnea-recurvata-20cm-bowl\/"},"modified":"2026-05-29T17:30:33","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T16:30:33","slug":"elephants-foot-beaucarnea-recurvata-20cm-bowl","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/hortodocampogrande.pt\/en\/produto\/1-plants\/indoor-plants\/elephants-foot-beaucarnea-recurvata-20cm-bowl\/","title":{"rendered":"Elephant&#8217;s Foot &#8211; Beaucarnea recurvata (20cm bowl)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Popularly known as the \u201cElephant&#8217;s Foot\u201d due to its thick trunk at the base (which stores water) and long, thin, recurved leaves that form a lush canopy, <em>Beaucarnea recurvata<\/em> is a slow-growing perennial with a truly distinct and curious appearance. In its natural habitat, it can reach 4 to 15m, while in a pot it usually stays more compact. It&#8217;s easy to care for, pet-friendly, and \u2013 in our mild climate \u2013 thrives indoors or outdoors, withstanding moderate periods of drought thanks to its water-storing stem. It&#8217;s a great choice if you&#8217;re looking for an exotic, unique, and eye-catching plant for indoors, a terrace, garden, or balcony, as it requires very little maintenance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Scientific name<\/strong>: <em>Beaucarnea recurvata<\/em><br \/><strong>Common names<\/strong>: Ponytail Palm, Elephant&#8217;s Foot, Nolina<br \/><strong>Family<\/strong>: <em>Asparagaceae<\/em><br \/><strong>Origin:<\/strong> Mexico<br \/><strong>Climate: <\/strong>Tropical and subtropical<br \/><strong>Category<\/strong>: Indoor plants (or outdoor)<br \/><strong>Altura aproximada<\/strong>: 30cm<br \/><strong>Pot diameter<\/strong>: 20cm<\/p>\n<p><strong>CUIDADOS<\/strong><br \/><strong>Light<\/strong>: Prefers bright spots. Direct sun is best in the morning (protect it from full sun during the hottest hours). it will also thrive in spots with plenty of indirect light.<br \/><strong>Temperature<\/strong>: Ideally between 20\u00b0C and 25\u00b0C. It doesn&#8217;t tolerate temperatures below 10\u00b0C; in colder climates, keep it indoors or in a greenhouse during winter.<br \/><strong>Watering<\/strong>: Due to its ability to store water in its trunk, it needs infrequent\/moderate watering. Letting the soil dry out completely (not just the surface) between waterings is always best. When in doubt, it&#8217;s better not to water. Wait a week and water later \u2013 it can take it! Make sure no water sits in the saucer or decorative pot to prevent root rot.<br \/><strong>Fertilizing<\/strong>: During spring and summer, apply a cactus and succulent fertilizer to promote healthy growth.<br \/><strong>Pruning<\/strong>: Generally not necessary. Simply remove dry or damaged leaves to keep it looking its best.<br \/><strong>Soil<\/strong>: Well-drained, light, and sandy. A mix of potting soil with sand or gravel is recommended to avoid excess moisture. Cactus and succulent potting mix is also a great solution.<br \/><strong>Pet Friendly<\/strong>: <em>Beaucarnea recurvata<\/em> is safe for pets.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fun Fact<\/strong>: Due to its slow growth and longevity, the Ponytail Palm can live for decades, making it a plant that can stay with families for generations.<\/p>\n<p>WARNING! Representative photo \u2013 the image shown is of a stock item at the time of cataloging and serves as a reference. A planta fornecida ser\u00e1 similar \u00e0 da foto sendo que, dependendo da fase do ciclo vegetativo em que se encontre, poder\u00e1 variar na forma, apar\u00eancia ou tamanho (ex: outra tonalidade de folha, com ou sem flor\/fruto, etc). A altura referida inclui o vaso pl\u00e1stico que se v\u00ea na fotografia.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Popularly known as the \u201cElephant&#8217;s Foot\u201d due to its thick trunk at the base (which stores water) and long, thin, recurved leaves that form a lush canopy, Beaucarnea recurvata is a slow-growing perennial with a truly distinct and curious appearance. 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