Dasylirion longissimum

Mexican Grass Tree, Narrow-Leaf Sotol

Family: Agavaceae Agave


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 8A - 10A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Specimen
Height 5' to 10' / 1.60m to 3.00m
Spread 7' to 10' / 2.20m to 3.00m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, native to North America