Where Are Ponytail Palms Native To?

southeastern Mexico. Beaucarnea recurvata, commonly called ponytail palm, is an evergreen caudiciform shrub or tree that is native to semi-desert areas of southeastern Mexico, Belize and Guatemala where it typically grows to as much as 30′ tall. Where did the ponytail plant originate from? Ponytail palm, Beaucarnea recurvata (or Nolina Read more…

What Palm Is Poisonous?

The Sago Palm, or Cycas Revoluta, is a stocky, spike-leaved plant commonly seen in landscaping, largely in Southern states, but still seen nationwide. If an animal ingests any portion of the Sago Palm, studies have shown that up to 50% of ingestion cases are fatal. What happens if a sago Read more…

Are Ponytail Toxic To Cats?

When it comes to choosing non-toxic palms for your home, three kinds are safe for your cat. Ponytail. Very common houseplants that are low-maintenance, slow-growing, and live for many years. With their cascading leaves, they can be a very attractive part of home decor. What happens if a cat eats Read more…