{"product_id":"ponytail-palm-beaucarnea-recurvata-mid-century-banded-cast-concrete-planter-original-heavily-weathered-white-patina","title":"Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) \/ Mid-Century Banded Cast Concrete Planter \/ Original Heavily Weathered White Patina","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePONYTAIL PALM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ci\u003eBeaucarnea recurvata\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2100mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlanter Diameter: \u003c\/b\u003e550mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInclusions:\u003c\/b\u003e Price includes delivery and professional installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eARCHITECTURAL FORM \u0026amp; HERITAGE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the semi-desert regions of eastern Mexico, the Ponytail Palm (\u003ci\u003eBeaucarnea recurvata\u003c\/i\u003e) is a striking, deeply sculptural specimen. Despite its common name, it is not a true palm, but rather a succulent belonging to the Asparagus family. It is most famous for its dramatic, swollen, water-storing base—often referred to as an \"elephant's foot\" (caudex)—which features deeply fissured, textured bark. From this heavy, grounded base rises a slender trunk topped with a cascading, fountain-like crown of long, slender, grass-like leaves. Exceptionally slow-growing and incredibly long-lived, this plant is a living sculpture that perfectly balances visual weight at the bottom with a sense of playful, airy movement at the top, making it a highly coveted piece for desert-modern and minimalist interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePLACEMENT \u0026amp; LIGHT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a desert native, this plant thrives on intense light and uses its bulbous base to endure extreme conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndoors:\u003c\/b\u003e Position near a northerly or west-facing window. While it can survive in lower light, bright sun is required to maintain the tight, curling structure of its canopy and prevent the slender leaves from drooping excessively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutdoors:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives best in full sun to light, dappled shade. It loves heat and direct light, making it an excellent candidate for exposed, sun-drenched balconies and courtyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSEASONAL CARE \u0026amp; WATERING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultivating \u003ci\u003eBeaucarnea recurvata\u003c\/i\u003e requires a strict \"drench and drought\" routine. Because its massive base acts as a water reservoir, it is virtually indestructible when it comes to drought, but highly susceptible to root rot if overwatered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndoors:\u003c\/b\u003e Water thoroughly every 3–4 weeks from spring to early autumn, allowing the soil profile to dry out \u003ci\u003ecompletely\u003c\/i\u003e between waterings. In winter, its water requirements drop drastically—reduce watering to once every 6–8 weeks. Always empty drainage saucers immediately; the roots must never sit in stagnant water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutdoors:\u003c\/b\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 weeks during intense summer heat, ensuring the planter is filled with a highly porous, fast-draining soil mix. Keep the soil almost entirely dry during the cold winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote on Botanical Behaviour:\u003c\/b\u003e It is perfectly natural for the lowest, oldest leaves of the canopy to turn brown, dry out, and crisp up as the plant slowly grows taller. These spent leaves can be gently peeled downward and removed to reveal the textured trunk beneath. \u003ci\u003e(Bonus: Unlike many popular architectural indoor plants, the Ponytail Palm is completely non-toxic and pet-safe).\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNOURISHMENT \u0026amp; FERTILIZING\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it is an exceptionally slow grower, it requires very little feeding. Apply a low-dose, controlled-release fertilizer specifically formulated for cacti and succulents at the onset of spring and again in mid-summer. Cease all feeding completely during autumn and winter while the plant is dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDELIVERY \u0026amp; LOGISTICS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact us prior to purchase if there are any major barriers to delivery at your property (including stairs, narrow corridors, or lift size constraints). The swollen, heavy caudex of mature specimens adds significant weight and requires specialist handling to ensure safe delivery and installation, which may incur increased delivery costs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Demeter Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53947700707644,"sku":null,"price":770.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/0579\/0780\/files\/IMG_3856.heic?v=1785371994","url":"https:\/\/demeterplants.com\/products\/ponytail-palm-beaucarnea-recurvata-mid-century-banded-cast-concrete-planter-original-heavily-weathered-white-patina","provider":"Demeter Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}