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Dasylirion wheeleri
Sotols have long slender leaves that arch gracefully from a central trunk, making a symmetrical, rounded form. The leaves have sharp spines or teeth along their margins, and are spoon-like at the base, giving the genus the common name of "desert spoon". Extremely tolerant of drought, heat, and soil type, they must have well-drained soil and full sun to thrive. From May to August they have tall, dramatic flowering stalks, with male and female flowers on separate plants.
Foothills of Santa Catalina Mts.
Spotted on Nov 3, 2013
Submitted on Nov 30, 2013
2 Comments
These don't grow naturally where I live, so it was nice finding them growing in a native situation.
Nice joanbstanley. There are plenty of them where I live.