Water
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Nolina cismontana is drought-tolerant once established. Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot.
Reduce watering significantly in cooler months.
Also known as Chaparral Beargrass · Peninsular Beargrass
Chaparral Nolina (Nolina cismontana) is a striking, drought-tolerant perennial with a rosette of narrow, leathery leaves emerging from a woody caudex.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight but can tolerate some shade.
Drought Tolerant
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to Warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-27°C. Tolerant of heat but sensitive to frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize minimally during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Nolina cismontana is drought-tolerant once established. Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot.
Reduce watering significantly in cooler months.
Pruning is generally not required for Nolina cismontana. Remove any dead or damaged leaves at the base of the plant to maintain tidiness. Avoid cutting the main stem, as this can damage the plant's characteristic form.
Propagation is typically done by seed, which requires stratification and careful sowing. Alternatively, offsets that form at the base of mature plants can be carefully separated and potted.
Repot Nolina cismontana only when it becomes severely root-bound, typically every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball.
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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 cismontana |
Similar in genus Nolina
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