Ponytail Palm for Sale

A swollen trunk stores water beneath a fountain of narrow leaves. Choose this slow-growing plant for a bright space and a lighter watering routine. Plant shape, fullness, color and height naturally vary. Product photos illustrate the variety; the individual plant you receive will differ.

Plant details and care

• Botanical name: Beaucarnea recurvata.
• Best light: Bright light; acclimate gradually to direct sun.
• Watering: Allow the mix to dry between thorough waterings. Drain completely; avoid keeping the swollen base in wet soil.
• Care difficulty: Beginner, when bright light and a pot with drainage are available.
• Pets: Listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs by the ASPCA. Non-toxic does not mean edible; discourage chewing.

What you are ordering

Pot size: Select from the listed 3", 4", 6" pot options; availability varies by size. Inch measurements describe the pot, not the plant's height.

Planter inclusion: No separate decorative planter is listed with these pot-size options. Shop decorative planters separately.

Arrival height: A fixed arrival-height range is not specified for this listing. Height varies with the size selected and the current growing batch. Ask us before ordering if you need a plant to fit a particular shelf or space.

Is a Ponytail Palm a true palm?

No. It is a drought-adapted plant with a water-storing base, which is why it needs a different watering routine from many tropical palms.

Shipping and arrival support

Live plants currently ship within the contiguous United States. Destination, weather and agricultural restrictions can affect fulfillment; checkout shows the available shipping options and charges. Review our shipping policy before ordering.

If your plant arrives dead or severely damaged, photograph the unopened package, label, packing materials and plant, and email mike@plantylove.co within 24 hours with your order number. Approved claims offer an in-stock replacement or a refund under our arrival-guarantee terms.

Explore more pet-friendly plants and planters with drainage and saucers. Check each planter's opening before choosing.

Choose a bright spot and a draining pot

Use our houseplant light guide to assess a suitable window and our potting mix guide when reviewing drainage. Check the mix before watering rather than relying on a fixed weekly schedule.