Beaked Yucca (Yucca Rostrata)

Yucca rostrata, commonly known as the Beaked Yucca or Big Bend Yucca, is a stunning desert plant that adds an eye-catching architectural element to any landscape. Native to the Chihuahuan Desert of Texas and Northern Mexico, this slow-growing succulent forms a tall, single trunk crowned with a dense rosette of bluish-green, sword-shaped leaves. The distinctive feature of Yucca rostrata is its attractive spherical cluster of creamy-white, bell-shaped flowers that emerge on tall stalks in summer, creating a striking contrast against the blue-green foliage. With its drought tolerance, resilience to harsh conditions, and dramatic appearance, Yucca rostrata is an excellent choice for xeriscape gardens, rockeries, or as a focal point in a contemporary landscape design.