Water
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, then allow to drain completely. Reduce watering in winter. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Also known as Small-Flowered Mexican Bear Grass
Nolina parviflora, the Mexican Grass Tree, is a striking evergreen perennial native to Mexico, featuring a trunk-like caudex and a crown of grass-like leaves.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
80% intensity
Bright, direct light is ideal.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
40% intensity
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining soil is crucial. A gritty, sandy mix or cactus/succulent potting mix is ideal.
50% intensity
Ideal growing range is 18-27°C.
70% intensity
Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Feed monthly during growing season.
40% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil is dry, then allow to drain completely. Reduce watering in winter. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Prune to remove dead or damaged leaves and stems. Minimal pruning is needed as the plant naturally forms an attractive shape. Avoid heavy pruning, which can stress the plant.
Easily propagated from seed sown in spring. Cuttings can also be taken from basal offsets or stem sections, but require careful drying before planting.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one, with fresh, well-draining potting mix.
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Where Mexican Grass Tree (Nolina parviflora) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Nolina |
| Species | Nolina parviflora |
Similar in genus Nolina
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