Dasylirion longissimum

Dasylirion longissimum

Family: Asparagaceae

Common names: Mexican grass tree

Large plant native to northeastern Mexico with glaucous-green stiff unarmed grass-like 4 to 6 foot long leaves. The leaves radiate symmetrically out of a large woody trunk that can slowly but eventually grow 6 -15 feet tall.

Sowing instructions: Use a conventional heated propogator with a clear lid, natural light and JI seed compost. They are quick to germinate but slow after that.

Locality: Ex Hort. Harvest: August 2024